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Broom Moth
Ceramica pisi

(Linnaeus, 1758) 2163 / 73.271
=Melanchra pisi

Davey, P., 2009: A species found throughout Britain, the larva is polyphagous. In Dorset, the moth is at low density, especially away from sandy soil, but it is locally frequent where bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) is dominant and in the few localities where broom (Cytisus scoparius) flourishes.

Recorded in 27 (68%) of 40 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1902.
Last Recorded in 2019.
(Data up to end 2019)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 16-20mm
Flight: late May to July
Foodplant:   Various herbaceous plants
Red List: Vulnerable (VU)
GB Status: Common
BAP Status: Declining (Research only)
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2019)
Date#VC10k Area
23/07/2019+9SY98 Wareham
13/07/201919SY68 Weymouth / Martinstown
13/07/2019+9SY98 Wareham
09/07/201929SY98 Wareham
09/07/201919SY98 Wareham

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