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2405 Spotted Clover Moth (Schinia scutosa) ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) - (Noctuidae / Heliothinae)


Status: Rare migrant
Notes: Rare immigrant, mainland Europe, appearing as a migrant on the south and east coasts of Britain. Wingspan 30-36mm. Flies during day; June to August, also at other times of the year. Larva June to July and August to September, over-wintering as a pupa, no evidence of breeding in the UK. Larva feeds on Field Wormwood and Goosefoot.

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