Noctuidae : Xyleninae
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Immature stages

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Lesser-spotted Pinion
Cosmia affinis

(Linnaeus, 1767) 2316 / 73.215

Recorded in 17 (46%) of 37 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1905.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area or Nature Reserve
12/08/2024+29TL64 - Horseheath
11/08/2023+29TL64 - Horseheath
01/08/2023+29TL58 - Ely/Littleport
08/07/2023129TL67 - Isleham/Fordham
08/07/2023129TL67 - Isleham/Fordham
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Forewing: 12-16mm.
Flight: One generation July-Aug.
Foodplant:   Elms
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
 Immature Adult
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