Geometridae : Ennominae
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Photo © Ben Sale,  Hexton Chalk Pit, Hertfordshire (21/05/18)

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Common Heath
Ematurga atomaria

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1952 / 70.275

General comments:
Extremely local resident. Species of Conservation Concern.

Apart from a probable small resident population in the area of Hexton Chalk Pit, the Common Heath appears to have been lost from the Hertfordshire fauna. A recent report from the far west at Gubblecote, is likely to relate to a wanderer from the Chilterns. The two old Middlesex records relate to the Heston area, which in times long ago supported heathland habitat.

Recorded in 14 (34%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2018.
Additional Stats

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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
21/05/2018120TL12 - Hitchin (S) / Whitwell
12/05/2016120TL12 - Hitchin (S) / Whitwell
11/05/2005620SP91 - Tring
1974+20TL11 - Harpenden / Wheathampstead
1974120TL31 - Hertford
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Forewing: 12-15mm.
Flight: One generation May-June.
Foodplant:   Heathers
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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