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Rosy Footman
Miltochrista miniata

(Forster, 1771) 2037 / 72.035

A common and increasing resident in the south. Absent from the Staffordshire.

A species of broadleaved woodland, wooded heathland and well-wooded hedgerows.

Overwinters as a larva. Adults come to light.

Verification Grade Comment: Photo needed away from known sites.

Recorded in 51 (36%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1853.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 12-15mm
Flight: June - August
Foodplant:   Lichens
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
23/08/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
22/08/2023+VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
20/08/20233VC36 - HerefordshireSO62
20/08/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO62
20/08/2023+VC36 - HerefordshireSO63

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