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Donacaula forficella

(Thunberg, 1794)1329 / 63.121

A local species of gravel pits, fens, reedy ditches where its foodplant grows. It may wander. Readily disturbed during the day and later comes to light.

Recorded in 35 (25%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Wingspan: 24-32 mm.
Flight: June and July
Foodplant:   Common reed.
Nat Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
13/08/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
08/07/20232VC37 - WorcestershireSO94
08/07/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSO99
07/07/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
27/06/20231VC40 - ShropshireSJ22
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