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Early Thorn
Selenia dentaria
(Fabricius, 1775) 1917 / 70.237

A common species across the region.

Found in a wide range of habitats including urban areas.

Overwinters as a pupa, adults come frequently to light.

Recorded in 117 (84%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 14-23mm
Flight: February - May and July - September
Foodplant:   Blackthorn, Hawthorn, Hazel, other broadleaved plants
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
13/09/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO62
11/09/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO54
08/09/20231VC40 - ShropshireSO49
26/08/20231VC40 - ShropshireSO49
23/08/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO35

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