Erebidae : Arctiinae
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Immature stages

Similar Norfolk Species
Dingy Footman
Eilema griseola
Scarce Footman
Eilema complana
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Common Footman
Eilema lurideola
(Zincken, 1817) 2050 / 72.045

Norfolk status
Common and widespread.
The forewings are greenish-grey, with a leading yellow stripe, tapering to a point at the tip.

The most likely confusion species is Dingy Footman.

Recorded in 68 (92%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1930.
Last Recorded in 2025.
Additional Stats
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Determination
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
15/06/2025227TG42Eccles
15/06/2025127TM18Tibenham
15/06/2025328TL99Rockland St Peter
15/06/2025128TF63Hunstanton (S)
15/06/2025228TF63Heacham
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Forewing: 14-17mm.
Flight: One generation June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Lichens
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Further info: Eilema lurideola
 
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