Large Dark Prominent (Notodonta torva, (Hübner, [1803]))

General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 19-25mm.
Foodplant(s): Aspen (Populus tremula), poplars (Populus spp.)
Flying: Two generations, May and August
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Unknown

Habitat

Damp woodland and peat bogs.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species

Dobarsko, Rila Mtns., 30th July 2017. Light trap.

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08717 Large Dark Prominent Notodonta torva, (Hübner, [1803])

BF2001 (ABH71.014)