Noctuidae : Hadeninae
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Twin-spotted Quaker
Anorthoa munda

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2189 / 73.250
=Orthosia munda

A common species across the region.

A species mainly of broadleaved woodland but also visits gardens.

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

Recorded in 108 (77%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 17-20mm
Flight: March - April
Foodplant:   Oaks, birches, sallows etc
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
21/05/20221VC40 - ShropshireSJ33 -
21/05/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ91 -
02/05/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSP06
02/05/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO52
01/05/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82

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