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Rosy Rustic
Hydraecia micacea

(Esper, 1789) 2361 / 73.123

Davey, P., 2009: A common species throughout Britain, the larva feeding on the roots and inner stems of a wide variety of herbaceous plants. In Dorset, the moth is widespread and common, although at low density in open heathland. It is on the wing for a relatively protracted period between late July and mid October.

Recorded in 37 (93%) of 40 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1888.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 14-21mm
Flight: August - October
Foodplant:   Low growing plants, Broad-leaved Dock, Ribwort Plantain etc
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
20/10/202319SY68 Weymouth / Martinstown
10/10/2023+9SY58 Abbotsbury
09/10/202319ST60 Cerne Abbas
08/10/202319SY79 Puddletown
01/10/202319SY68 Weymouth / Martinstown

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