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Evergestis forficalis
Photo © Terry Evans,  Came to light at Hayley Green on 25/08/26

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Evergestis forficalis

(Linnaeus, 1758)1356 / 63.057

A common and familiar species on account of its distinctive resting position. Found in waste places, gardens, allotments etc where the larvae feed on various Brassica species. Adults come readily to light.

Recorded in 104 (74%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1872.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2024)
Additional Stats

Wingspan: 25-28 mm
Flight: May / June and July - September
Foodplant:   Cultivated plants
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
Cydalima perspectalis | Evergestis extimalis >
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2024)
Date#VC10k Area
17/09/20241VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
15/09/20241VC39 - StaffordshireSO98
13/09/20241VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
07/09/20241VC37 - WorcestershireSP04
05/09/20241VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
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