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Mouse Moth
Amphipyra tragopoginis

(Clerck, 1759) 2299 / 73.064

A common species which seems to have declined in recent years.

Found in a wide range of habitats.

Overwinters as an egg, while adults are attracted to light and to sugar.

Recorded in 109 (78%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1800.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 16-18mm
Flight: July - September
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plants
Red List: Vulnerable (VU)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
< Copper Underwing agg.  |  Sprawler >
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
21/10/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSK00
23/09/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ84
17/09/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSP08
15/09/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85
14/09/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSP08

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