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Endotricha flammealis
Rosy Tabby ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Pyralidae: Pyralinae
1424 / 62.077
Photo © Alan Prior,  Hall Green (VC 37) 13th July, 2020

Similar West Midlands Species: None
Wingspan: 18-23 mm.
Flight: July and August
Foodplant:   Greater Bird's-foot Trefoil.
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1

A local species found in a range of habitats; more so in the south of the region.The larvae live on decaying leaves while the adults are attracted to light.

Recorded in 34 (24%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1901.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)

Latest 5 Records (Data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
20/07/2024136SO74 - Colwall & Malvern Hills AONB
08/10/2023136SO62 - E Ross & Dymock Forest
08/10/2023137SO74 - Colwall & Malvern Hills AONB
23/08/2023136SO62 - E Ross & Dymock Forest
20/08/2023136SO62 - E Ross & Dymock Forest
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