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Blossom Underwing
Orthosia miniosa

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2183 / 73.243

An uncommon species, mainly in the south of the region.

Found mainly in oak woodland.

Overwinters as a pupa while adults come to light and also visit sallow catkins.

Verification Grade Comment: Ideally take a photo.

Recorded in 44 (31%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 15-17mm
Flight: March- April
Foodplant:   Oaks
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common / Immigrant
Former Status: Local (Immigrant)
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
21/04/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSO77
21/04/20223VC37 - WorcestershireSO77
11/04/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSO98
27/03/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSO77
09/05/20212VC37 - WorcestershireSO77

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