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Lunar Underwing
Anchoscelis lunosa

(Haworth, 1809) 2270 / 73.193
=Omphaloscelis lunosa

Davey, P., 2009: A widespread species in southern Britain and rare further north, the larva feeding on various grasses. In Dorset, this highly variable moth is widespread and common, increasing to abundant on unimproved grassland.

Recorded in 40 (100%) of 40 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1930.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 14-17mm
Flight: August - October
Foodplant:   Grasses
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
20/11/202319SY58 Abbotsbury
12/11/202319SY49 Bridport
08/11/202319SZ07 Swanage
06/11/202319SZ07 Swanage
26/10/202339SY67 Portland / Weymouth

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