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Early Thorn
Selenia dentaria

(Fabricius, 1775) 1917 / 70.237

Morley's Final Catalogue: Of very frequent occurrence everywhere from Bentley Woods to Gorleston; occasionally at Monks Soham light in both April and July. Martlesham (D), Blythburgh (Gd), Herringfleet (Mr).

Recent Suffolk Status: Common.

Life history: Double-brooded. Second brood moths are smaller and paler in colour.

Identification: Fairly unmistakeable.

Habitat: A wide variety of habitats including gardens.

Recorded in 53 (91%) of 58 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1905.
Last Recorded in 2023.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
11/08/2023126TM04 - Hadleigh
07/08/2023125TM25 - Wickham Market/Otley
07/08/2023125TM23 - Felixstowe/Landguard Point
04/08/2023225TM15 - Helmingham/Claydon
04/08/2023125TM25 - Wickham Market/Otley
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Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Forewing: 14-23mm.
Flight: Two generations Feb-May. July-Sept.
Foodplant:   Blackthorn, Hawthorn, Hazel, Other broadleaved plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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