Erebidae : Arctiinae
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Immature stages

Similar Suffolk Species
Dingy Footman
Eilema griseola
Buff Footman
Eilema depressa
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Orange Footman
Eilema sororcula

(Hufnagel, 1766) 2043 / 72.049

Morley's Final Catalogue: Rare in the few sylvan places where it occurs. Brandon, Woolpit, Stowmarket, Needham, Playford, Bentley: ante 1890. Belstead, one 1899 (Platten); occasionally on undergrowth in woods, Bentley 1894-1933 (Mly,D); and 1936 at Blythburgh (Gd).

Recent Suffolk Status: Has become much more common in recent years. There have been a few sightings in the autumn in recent times suggesting a partial second brood may occur in warm years.

Life history: Single-brooded in late spring/early summer.

Identification: Worn examples could be confused with Buff Footman, but the later flight time should rule out that species.

Habitat: Woodland, heathland and gardens.

Recorded in 45 (78%) of 58 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1894.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
09/07/2024126TL78 - Brandon/Lakenheath
07/07/2024126TL77 - Mildenhall
05/07/2024125TM24 - Woodbridge/Martlesham
04/07/2024125TM38 - Bungay/Rumburgh
26/06/2024125TM24 - Woodbridge/Martlesham
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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
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