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Square-spot Rustic
Xestia xanthographa
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2134 / 73.357

General comments:
Ubiquitous.

The Square-spot Rustic was reported as 'Common in all districts' by Foster (1937) and the same situation applies today. Caterpillars can be collected easily by sweep-netting the tops of grasses about two or three hours after darkness on dry nights in March

Recorded in 38 (93%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2023.
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
11/10/2023320TL31 - Hertford
10/10/2023321TQ17 - Brentford / Hounslow / Richmond
10/10/2023320TL11 - Harpenden / Wheathampstead
10/10/2023120TL23 - Letchworth / Baldock
10/10/2023320TL31 - Hertford
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Forewing: 14-17mm.
Flight: One generation July-Oct.
Foodplant:   Grasses and small herbaceous plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Further info: Xestia xanthographa
 
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