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Hydrelia sylvata ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Geometridae: Larentiinae
1877 / 70.113
Photo © Paul Burgess,  South Devon VC3

Similar Devon Species: None
Forewing: 11-13mm.
Flight: June - August.
Foodplant:   Alder, birches, sallows and Sweet Chestnut
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Nationally Scarce B
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2

Recorded in 59 (62%) of 95 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1900.
Last Recorded in 2023.
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
08/07/202314SS62 - North Devon
01/07/202313ST20 - South Devon
26/06/202323SX56 - South Devon
24/06/202313SX56 - South Devon
23/06/202323SX77 - South Devon
Further info: Hydrelia sylvata
 
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