Dark Chestnut (Conistra ligula, (Esper, 1791))

General Information
This species is similar, but less common than the Chestnut, C.vaccinii.
Overwinters as an adult.
Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.

Forewing length: 13-15mm.
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), hawthorns (Crataegus spp.), sallows (Salix spp.), oaks (Quercus spp.), docks (Rumex spp.)
Flying: One generation, October-February (hibernates)
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Not endangered

Habitat

Woodland and open habitats and gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 1 (0.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Baden-Württemberg.

Last recorded in August 2015

Recorded date range (Flying/Adult): 31 August to 18 October

Similar Species

Christophstal, April 2013

Chestnut Conistra vaccinii

09601 Dark Chestnut Conistra ligula, (Esper, 1791)

BF2259 (ABH73.195)