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Pine Beauty
Panolis flammea

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2179 / 73.241

A fairly common species, more so across the east of the region.

Found in pine plantations but also parks and some gardens.

Overwinters as pupa while adults come to light in small numbers but may also visit sallow catkins.

Recorded in 87 (62%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 15-16mm
Flight: March - May
Foodplant:   Scots Pine, Corsican Pine, Lodgepole Pine, Larch
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 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
12/05/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
11/05/20233VC39 - StaffordshireSK11
10/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSK11
08/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSK11
07/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85

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