Erebidae : Arctiinae
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Orange Footman
Eilema sororcula
(Hufnagel, 1766) 2043 / 72.049

Recorded in 23 (62%) of 37 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1820.
Last Recorded in 2026.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area or Nature Reserve
16/06/2026129TL44 - Fowlmere/Sawston
30/05/2026+29TL64 - Horseheath
30/05/2026129TL45 - Cambridge
29/05/2026129TL45 - Cambridge
29/05/2026129TL46 - Cottenham/Cambridge
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Forewing: 13-16mm.
Flight: One generation May-June.
Foodplant:   Lichen
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
 Immature Adult
Further info: Eilema sororcula
 
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