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Scoliopteryx libatrix (Linnaeus, 1758)
Erebidae: Scoliopteryginae
2469 / 72.001
Photo © Matthew Casey,  22/04/2019 - Hethersett

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Similar Species: None
Forewing: 19-23mm.
Flight: One generation Aug-Nov. (Mar-Jun after hibernation)
Foodplant:   Willows, Aspen and poplars.
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
Status
These attractive moths resemble a shrivelled leaf when resting, and are most commonly encountered during the winter when they can be found hibernating on the ceilings of dark outhouses, porches, cellars and caves. The adults are on the wing from late July to November and again after hibernation from March to June. In the autumn they visit ivy blossom and ripe blackberries, as well as being attracted to light.

Recorded in 65 (88%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.

Latest 10 Records
Date#VC10kArea
19/03/2024128TF91Dereham 
19/03/2024127TG10Cringleford (UEA)
12/03/2024127TG32Neatishead / Barton Broad
12/03/2024127TG10Cringleford (UEA)
03/01/20241827TG32Sutton Fen
31/12/2023127TG41Winterton
10/10/2023127TG33Ridlington
09/10/2023127TG13Hempstead
04/10/2023+28TM09Great Ellingham
01/10/2023+27TG10Cringleford (UEA)
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