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Tawny Pinion
Lithophane semibrunnea
Checklist Number73.200 [B&F: 2235]
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Record will normally be accepted but photo evidence may be required - check with CMR if not sure of identity
Local in broad-leaved woodland, parks and gardens throughout much of southern England; in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight, occurs at very low density throughout, the majority being taken at light after hibernation. Wingspan 40-44 mm. The main confusion species is Pale Pinion L. hepatica, especially dark forms, but the forewing is less narrow, with slightly arched costa and no black pre-tornal streak (MBGBI Vol 10). Larva feeds on Ash.
