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Scorched Wing
Plagodis dolabraria

(Linnaeus, 1767) 1904 / 70.224

A fairly common and distinctive resident.

A species of broadleaved woodland and scrub, parks and gardens.

Overwinters as a pupa, males come to light. Females not often seen.

Recorded in 109 (78%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1853.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 16-19mm
Flight: May - June
Foodplant:   Oaks and birches
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
16/07/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO62
11/07/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
09/07/20221VC40 - ShropshireSJ63
06/07/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
06/07/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ95

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