Noctuidae : Plusiinae
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Dewick's Plusia
Macdunnoughia confusa

(Stephens, 1850) 2436 / 73.010

Formerly considered a rare migrant, with a single record in 2019, recent use of the Ni Moth pheromone has resulted in a number of new records; some suggesting possible breeding.

Retained Specimen / Photograph will be Required.

Recorded in 25 (18%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 2019.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 12-17mm
Flight: May, July - October
Foodplant:   Common Nettle other plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Not Assessed / Immigrant
Former Status: Immigrant
Verification Grade:  Adult: 3
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
26/10/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO86
19/10/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
13/10/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
10/10/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO87
08/10/20233VC36 - HerefordshireSO62

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