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Mythimna vitellina
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Delicate
Mythimna vitellina

(Hübner, [1808]) 2195 / 73.295

A rare migrant in fluctuating numbers, largely in the south.

Retained Specimen / Photograph will be Required.

Recorded in 34 (24%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1903.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2024)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 12-14mm
Flight: April to November (mostly August - October)
Foodplant:   Grasses
GB Status: Immigrant
Verification Grade:  Adult: 3
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2024)
Date#VC10k Area
10/11/20241VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
05/11/20244VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
04/11/20241VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
03/11/20243VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
02/11/20242VC36 - HerefordshireSO55

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