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Pale Brindled Beauty
Phigalia pilosaria
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1926 / 70.247

A common species found across the region.

Found in a range of habitats including urban gardens.

Overwinters as an egg, females are wingless and males come readily to light.

Recorded in 102 (73%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 19-24mm
Flight: Jan - March (sometimes December)
Foodplant:   Broadleaved trees
Red List: Vulnerable (VU)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
25/12/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO51
24/12/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSO98
22/12/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ84
18/12/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ91
17/12/20232VC37 - WorcestershireSP06

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