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Early Grey
Xylocampa areola
(Esper, 1789) 2243 / 73.069

A common species across the region.

A species of broadleaved woodland, scrub, gardens.

Overwinters as a pupa. Adults come readily to light and may also be seen resting on tree trunks by day.

Recorded in 112 (80%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1857.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 15-18mm
Flight: March - May
Foodplant:   Honeysuckle
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
25/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
23/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSK01
23/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ95
19/05/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSP07
18/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSK04

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