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Scoparia pyralella
Brown-spot Grey ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Crambidae: Scopariinae
1333 / 63.066
Photo © Oliver Wadsworth,  Merries Farm. 20/05/2018

Similar West Midlands Species
Large Grey
Scoparia subfusca
Chequered Grey
Scoparia basistrigalis
Wingspan: 17-22 mm.
Flight: June and July
Foodplant:   Various decaying plant matter.
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2

A common species of open country on light soils.

Note although a variable species it can usually be told by its short broad wings, contrasting pattern and distinct ochreous rather than grey tinge.

Recorded in 91 (65%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)

Latest 5 Records (Data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
29/07/2022339SJ82 - Eccleshall/Gnosall
14/07/2022140SO57 - Ludlow
13/07/2022137SO72 - Poolhill
08/07/2022136SO74 - Colwall & Malvern Hills AONB
07/07/2022136SO74 - Colwall & Malvern Hills AONB
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