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Middle-barred Minor
Oligia fasciuncula

(Haworth, 1809) 2340 / 73.176

A common species throughout the region.

Found in a range of habitats including damp meadows, fens, woodland edges and gardens.

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

Recorded in 119 (85%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1857.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 10-12mm
Flight: June - July
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 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
08/08/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
06/08/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
03/08/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
01/08/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
31/07/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82

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