Beautiful Golden Y Autographa pulchrina
Beautiful Golden Y Autographa pulchrina
73.016 BF2442
Wingspan 35-40 mm.
Fairly common and widespread over most of Britain, this species is on the wing in June and July, slightly earlier than its close relative, the Plain Golden Y (Autographa jota).
The larvae, which feed on low plants, overwinter in this stage, and pupate in May or June.
The species inhabits gardens, waste ground, and woodland areas.
Fairly common and widespread over most of Britain, this species is on the wing in June and July, slightly earlier than its close relative, the Plain Golden Y (Autographa jota).
The larvae, which feed on low plants, overwinter in this stage, and pupate in May or June.
The species inhabits gardens, waste ground, and woodland areas.
Flight period
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| January | 6 |
| February | 1 |
| March | 4 |
| April | 12 |
| May | 1,680 |
| June | 30,364 |
| July | 26,478 |
| August | 3,625 |
| September | 256 |
| October | 26 |
| November | 7 |
| December | 8 |
