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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 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)

Latest 5 Records (Data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
11/05/2022136SO54 - NE Hereford & Marden
08/05/2022+36SO34 - Moccas & Eardisley
05/05/2022136SO55 - Bodenham & Pudlestone
02/05/2022236SO54 - NE Hereford & Marden
01/05/2022136SO54 - NE Hereford & Marden
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