Erebidae : Scoliopteryginae
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Herald
Scoliopteryx libatrix

(Linnaeus, 1758) 2469 / 72.001

A common resident across the region.

Found in many habitats.

Overwinters as an adult in sheltered places like outbuildings, caves, sometimes in large numbers. Adults are attracted to sugar and come to light.

Recorded in 113 (81%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 19-23mm.
Flight: August - November (March - June after hibernation)
Foodplant:   Willows, Aspen and poplars
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
02/12/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSP09
17/11/202311VC39 - StaffordshireSJ90
07/10/2023+VC37 - WorcestershireSO97
23/09/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSK01
21/09/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO56

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