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Scotopteryx chenopodiata
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Scotopteryx chenopodiata Scotopteryx chenopodiata Scotopteryx chenopodiata Scotopteryx chenopodiata Scotopteryx chenopodiata Scotopteryx chenopodiata

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Shaded Broad-bar
Scotopteryx chenopodiata

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1732 / 70.045

A common resident throughout the region.

A species of a wide range of open grassy places.

Frequently disturbed from grasses during the day, adults come sparingly to light.

Recorded in 119 (85%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2024)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 16-19mm
Flight: June - August
Foodplant:   Clovers and vetches
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
BAP Status: Declining (Research only)
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2024)
Date#VC10k Area
05/09/20241VC37 - WorcestershireSO85
24/08/20242VC37 - WorcestershireSO85
12/08/20242VC39 - StaffordshireSJ95
11/08/20241VC39 - StaffordshireSK04
11/08/20241VC37 - WorcestershireSO98

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