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- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce
- easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.ID pointers: A thickset moth that is a warm deep grey-brown or blackish-grey. An obvious darker central cross band. The wings are straight and rounded at the tip and along the outer edge. Males have feathered antennae.
Distribution: (Last record: 2024 ) - Formerly split into Deep-brown Dart Aporophyla lutulenta and Northern Deep-brown Dart A. lueneburgensis. The species code and scientific name changed in 2024. DNA bar-coding suggests that we have only one species in Britain, A. lueneburgensis which is now renamed Deep-brown Dart. A. lutulenta is now a synonym and the name Northern Deep-brown Dart no longer used.The species seems to be a resident, though limited in populations, and seemingly now expanding its range. Current status seems to be primarily from the eastern side of the county and across the central area. During the period 2013 – 2018, there were 39 records, mostly referring to single individuals during August to mid October. All records now relate to Deep Brown Dart A.lueneburgensis. Only one record in 2024
Forewing: 15-18mm
Last Recorded Year: 2024
Last Recorded By: Not Recorded
Last Recorded General Area: Not Recorded
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IMAGES BELOW: Foremark, Derbyshire – Tony Davison© – Melbourne, Derbyshire – Tony Davison©
Deep Brown Dart - Foremark - Tony Davison
Deep Brown Dart - Melbourne - Tony Davison
