2256 Satellite, Eupsilia transversa, (Hufnagel, 1766)
National Status :
Common
Local Status :
Resident (SMP Status 1)
Distribution and abundance :
Widespread and common
Habitats :
Broad-leaved woodland, scrub, heathland and gardens
Flight Period :
Single-brooded; mid-September to April
Larval foodplants :
Various broad-leaved trees, shrubs and plants - found locally on Hazel, hawthorns, elm and Dock
Comments :
The larvae, given the opportunity, tend to be 'cannabilistic' so should be reared separately.
Final Catalogue :
Of frequent occurrence on sugar and ivy-blossom everywhere from Bentley to Gorleston Bury (Skepper, Mr), Mildenhall (Gd).
Wingspan details :
Forewing 17-20mm, Wingspan 40-48mm
Identification
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Further Photographs
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Rendham (17.ix.2003) © M Deans
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Ipswich, Suffolk (iii.2004) © N Sherman
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Ipswich, Suffolk (iii.2003) © N Sherman
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Found at night on blackberries - Ipswich, Suffolk (x.2004) © N Sherman
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Dodnash Wood (11.v.2003) © L Gregory
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Larva beaten from oak - Knettishall Heath, Suffolk (29.v.2006) © A Prichard
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Larva beaten from oak - Knettishall Heath, Suffolk (29.v.2006) © A Prichard
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Ipswich, Suffolk (iii.2008) © Neil Sherman
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Ipswich, Suffolk (5.x.2009) © Neil Sherman
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