Lead-coloured Drab
B&F 2185 RES 73.246
DistributionPhenologyReporting RatePhotos
Can be confused with Clouded Drab (O. incerta) but Lead-coloured Drab tends to be less variable, usually predominantly grey, has a more rounded termen and more distinct black dots on the subterminal fascia.""
Aspen (Populus tremula) is the main foodplant, the larvae feeding at first within the catkins, and later feeding on the leaves. ""
A local species that can be found in broad-leaved woodland, parks and gardens.
Grade 2 — adults can be confused with other species, so good quality photographs or possibly a specimen will be required if the recorder is not familiar with the species.
Distribution Map
The map below shows all records of Lead-coloured Drab (Orthosia populeti) in the Kent database. If you've got a dot to add, please submit your records to us. Use the control below to filter by time span:
Phenology
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Reporting Rate
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Photo Gallery
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