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Straw Underwing
Thalpophila matura

(Hufnagel, 1766) 2303 / 73.109

A fairly common species across the region, especially in the east.

Found in a wide range of open habitats including parks and gardens.

Overwinters as a small larva, the adults come to light and to sugar.

Note if in doubt check the hindwing colour.

Recorded in 92 (66%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1867.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 17-20mm
Flight: July - August
Foodplant:   Grasses
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
10/09/20233VC36 - HerefordshireSO74
06/09/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
05/09/20233VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
04/09/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO74
01/09/20231VC40 - ShropshireSJ33

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