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Brown Silver-line
Petrophora chlorosata

(Scopoli, 1763) 1902 / 70.222

A common resident found across the region.

Found in most places where Bracken grows.

Overwinters as a pupa, adults can be disturbed during the day and later come to light.

Recorded in 117 (84%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1865.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 15-18mm
Flight: May - June
Foodplant:   Bracken
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
04/08/20233VC39 - StaffordshireSJ92
14/07/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ95
13/07/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO77
07/07/20233VC39 - StaffordshireSO88
07/07/20232VC39 - StaffordshireSO88

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