Argyresthiidae
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Photo © David Hunt,  Harpenden Common, Harpenden, Hertfordshire (07/06/24) - On Blackthorn

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Argyresthia spinosella
Stainton, 1849417 / 20.018

Hertfordshire Notes:
Widespread and common. If looked for, this moth can almost always be found if lights are run near Blackthorn bushes in June and July.

Recorded in 29 (71%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats

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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
07/06/2024120TL11 - Harpenden / Wheathampstead
07/06/2024120TL11 - Harpenden / Wheathampstead
14/05/2024121TQ17 - Brentford / Hounslow / Richmond
12/05/2024120TL30 - Hoddesdon / Cheshunt
12/05/2024120SP91 - Tring
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Wingspan: 9-11mm
Flight: June - July. (Aug)
Foodplant:   Blackthorn.
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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