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Gold Swift
Phymatopus hecta

(Linnaeus, 1758) 16 / 3.004
=Hepialus hecta
Photo © Andy Trout,  Ausewell Wood 25/06/2019

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Recorded in 44 (46%) of 95 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1917.
Last Recorded in 2023.
Additional Stats

< Map-winged Swift  |  Ghost Moth >
Forewing: M 12-15mm. F 13-16mm.
Flight: One generation. June-July.
Foodplant:   Bracken.
Red List Status: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 3
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
04/06/202313SX77 - South Devon
16/07/202114SX69 - North Devon
24/06/202014SS54 - North Devon
02/06/202013SX89 - South Devon
25/08/201923SX88 - South Devon
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