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Large Nutmeg
Apamea anceps

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2333 / 73.157

A fairly common species in the south, rare in the north.

Mainly a species of dry calcareous grassland, woodland rides and edges and some gardens.

Overwinters as a larva while adults are attracted to light and sugar.

Verification Grade Comment: Ideally take a photo if away from regular sites.

Recorded in 45 (32%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 16-21mm
Flight: June - July
Foodplant:   Grasses
Red List: Near Threatened (NT)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
01/07/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO55
21/06/20223VC36 - HerefordshireSO74
20/06/20222VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
17/06/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSP06
17/06/20225VC36 - HerefordshireSO74

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