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Hydrelia sylvata ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Geometridae: Larentiinae
1877 / 70.113
Photo © Andy Trout,  Shaugh Prior 29/06/2022

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 2024.
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
01/08/2024+4SS63 - North Devon
21/07/202413SX56 - South Devon
10/07/202413SX46 - South Devon
01/07/202413SX77 - South Devon
22/06/202413SY18 - South Devon
Further info: Hydrelia sylvata
 
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