Geometridae : Ennominae
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August Thorn
Ennomos quercinaria

(Hufnagel, 1767) 1912 / 70.233

General comments:
Widespread but local resident.

Has become widespread in occurrence across the area from about 2013 onwards, though mostly in the west of Hertfordshire, where it is not infrequently caught. Elsewhere it is scarce but is possibly extending its range.

Recorded in 30 (73%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2023.
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
17/09/2023120SP91 - Tring
08/09/2023220TL10 - St Albans
06/09/2023220SP91 - Tring
05/09/2023120TL10 - St Albans
03/09/2023220SP91 - Tring
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Forewing: 18-22mm.
Flight: One generation Aug-Sept.
Foodplant:   Pedunculate Oak and Sessile Oak
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
BAP Status: Declining (Research only)
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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