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Feathered Thorn
Colotois pennaria

(Linnaeus, 1761) 1923 / 70.244

A common resident found across the region.

Found in a wide variety of habitats.

Overwinters as an egg, adults come readily to light.

Recorded in 113 (81%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2024)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 19-23mm
Flight: September - December
Foodplant:   Broadleaved trees
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2024)
Date#VC10k Area
02/12/20241VC39 - StaffordshireSJ91
02/12/20245VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
02/12/20244VC36 - HerefordshireSO54
01/12/20243VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
01/12/20241VC36 - HerefordshireSO54

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