Geometridae : Ennominae
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Photo © Patrick Clement,  To light, Halesowen, April 17th 2015.

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Grey Birch
Aethalura punctulata

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1951 / 70.274

A fairly common species in the region.

A species of birch woodland and birch scrub.

Overwinters as a pupa. Adults can be found resting on tree trunks, sometimes quite commonly, later they are attracted to light.

Recorded in 84 (60%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 13-16mm
Flight: May - June
Foodplant:   Downy and Silver Birch, Alder
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
27/06/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO63
11/06/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ91
04/06/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSO88
03/06/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85
23/05/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85

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