Noctuidae : Xyleninae
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Chestnut
Conistra vaccinii
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Dark Chestnut
Conistra ligula

(Esper, 1791) 2259 / 73.195

General comments:
Widespread resident.

Some dark examples of Chestnut may be misidentified as this species, especially if the wing-tips have become worn during hibernation, though nine out of ten can probably still be named on sight by an experienced lepidopterist; the remainder may need dissection for confirmation. Only reliable records are included in the map and the flight chart.

Recorded in 35 (85%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
18/02/2024120TL11 - Harpenden / Wheathampstead
29/12/2023120TL31 - Hertford
22/12/2023120TL31 - Hertford
21/12/2023120TL30 - Hoddesdon / Cheshunt
20/12/2023121TQ29 - Barnet / Finchley
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Forewing: 13-15mm.
Flight: One generation Oct-Feb.
Foodplant:   Blackthorn, Hawthorn, sallows, oaks, docks
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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