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Hantsmoths
The Lepidoptera (Moths and Butterflies) of Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Sweetheart Underwing
Catocala amatrix
Checklist Number
72.0821 [B&F: 2455c]
Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Classification
Family:
Erebidae
Subfamily:
Erebinae
Genus:
Catocala
Species:
amatrix
Authority:
(Hübner, [1813])
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Introduction
Accidental import from North America. Recorded once at Margam, Glamorgan in 2006, dead on discovery. A very dubious species to include on the British list, being an obvious introduction via the food or houseplant trade.
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