Geometridae : Larentiinae
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Shaded Broad-bar
Scotopteryx chenopodiata

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1732 / 70.045

Davey, P., 2009: A widespread species in Britain, the larva feeds on clovers (Trifolium spp.) and vetches (Vicia spp.). In Dorset, the moth is widespread, and ranges from virtually absent on acid soil, to abundant on unimproved damp grassland on chalky or neutral soil.

Recorded in 36 (90%) of 40 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1930.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 16-19mm
Flight: June - August
Foodplant:   Clovers and vetches
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
BAP Status: Declining (Research only)
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
17/08/2023+9SY59 Powerstock / Kingcombe
14/08/202319ST61 Sherborne
12/08/202319ST40 Beaminster
04/08/202319ST61 Sherborne
04/08/202319SY79 Puddletown

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