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Shoulder Stripe
Earophila badiata ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Geometridae: Larentiinae
1746 / 70.066
Photo © Peter Hall,  Bringsty Common

Similar West Midlands Species: None
Forewing: 14-18mm
Flight: March - April
Foodplant:   Dog-rose other wild roses
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1

A common resident species across the region.

A species of woodland, hedgerows and scrubby places including gardens.

Overwinters as a pupa and adults come regularly to light.

Recorded in 100 (71%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)

Latest 5 Records (Data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
01/06/2023139SJ85 - Biddulph/Kidsgrove
06/05/2023136SO52 - Hoarwithy & Llangarron
29/04/2023139SJ82 - Eccleshall/Gnosall
28/04/2023140SO28 - Newcastle/Clun Forest
28/04/2023140SO48 - Craven Arms
Further info: Earophila badiata
 
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