Geometridae : Ennominae
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Brindled Beauty
Lycia hirtaria

(Clerck, 1759) 1927 / 70.248

A common resident found across the region.

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

Overwinters as a pupa. Males are attracted to light but females seldom seen at light.

Recorded in 105 (75%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1860.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 19-23mm
Flight: March - May
Foodplant:   Broadleaved trees
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
BAP Status: Declining (Research only)
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
22/05/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO53
19/05/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSP06
17/05/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO25
15/05/20231VC40 - ShropshireSO49
15/05/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSK04

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