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A rare Red Data Book species, on sand-dunes and shingle beaches, in parts of East Anglia and Kent, and a very occasional immigrant on southern coasts elsewhere. In Hampshire, recorded for the first time at Fareham on 22 July 2004. Wingspan 24-28mm. Smaller than other British Eilema species. Voucher specimen should be retained for confirmation of identification for records of this species away from known sites. Larva feeds on various lichens.
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Detail records |
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| VC11 South Hampshire |
| Fareham (SU50) | 22-Jul-2004 | one | McPherson, Ivor | Adult |
| Funtley (SU50) | 19-Jul-2010 | one | Codlin, Trevor | Adult |
| Portchester (SU60) | 26-Jul-2013 | one | Stokes, Jon | Adult |
| Romsey (SU32) | 30-Jun-2015 | one | Colenutt, Simon | Adult |
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