Erebidae : Boletobiinae
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Photo © Patrick Clement,  Wyre Forest, Worcestershire. June 22nd 2005.

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Beautiful Hook-tip
Laspeyria flexula

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2473 / 72.069

A common resident that has expanded considerably in recent years, possibly due to increase in lichens as the air is cleaner.

A species of woodland, parkland, scrub and gardens.

Overwinters as a small larva and adults are attracted to light.

Recorded in 106 (76%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 13-15mm
Flight: June - August
Foodplant:   Lichens
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
27/10/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSO97
23/10/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO74
22/10/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO74
12/10/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ95
06/10/20221VC40 - ShropshireSJ43

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