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Short-cloaked Moth
Nola cucullatella
(Linnaeus, 1758) 2077 / 74.003

A common species found across the region.

A species of hedgerows, gardens, scrub.

Overwinters as a small larva. Adults come to light but are more often seen resting on walls and windows.

Recorded in 106 (76%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 8-10mm
Flight: June - July
Foodplant:   Hawthorns, Blackthorn, Apple, Pear, Plum
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
08/09/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ93
02/09/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSO98
01/09/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ90
30/07/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO74
21/07/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ91

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