Geometridae : Ennominae
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Brindled White-spot
Parectropis similaria
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Engrailed
Ectropis crepuscularia

(Goeze, 1781) 1947 / 70.270
=Ectropis bistortata

A common species across the region.

Most common in broadleaved woodland but also in hedgerows, scrub, parks and gardens.

Overwinters as a pupa. Adults can be found at rest on tree trunks and are readily attracted to light.

Note There has always been debate as to whether Engrailed and Small Engrailed are separate species. Current thinking is that there is just one so all records should go down as E. crepuscularia.

Recorded in 116 (83%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 15-22mm
Flight: March - May and June - August
Foodplant:   Woody plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
22/08/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSP06
11/08/20221VC40 - ShropshireSO48
31/07/20221VC40 - ShropshireSO58
30/07/20223VC40 - ShropshireSO58
29/07/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85

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