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Lampropteryx suffumata ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Geometridae: Larentiinae
1750 / 70.103
Photo © Matthew Casey,  04/04/2021 - Hethersett

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Eulithis prunata
Forewing: 14-17mm.
Flight: One generation April-May.
Foodplant:   lady's Bedstraw, other bedstraws.
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
Status
Spring-flying species.
Woodland, grassy areas, scrub, heathland.

Recorded in 57 (77%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2025.
Additional Stats
Latest 10 Records
Date#VC10kArea
13/05/2025127TG42Eccles
11/05/2025127TG13Hempstead
01/05/20251128TL79Cranwich Heath
01/05/2025127TG31Upton
30/04/2025127TG10Cringleford / Intwood
29/04/2025128TF74Titchwell
29/04/2025127TG23North Walsham
28/04/2025127TG13Aldborough / Hanworth
27/04/2025127TG32Neatishead / Barton Broad
27/04/2025127TG12Reepham / Booton
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