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Blair's Shoulder-knot
Lithophane leautieri

(Boursin, 1957) 2240 / 73.206

Norfolk status
Widespread.
A recent colonist, being first discovered on the Isle of Wight in 1951.
Found in gardens, conifer plantations, parks and other places the foodplant can be found.

This species fluctuates but appears to be declining in Norfolk over recent years, with over 600 recorded in 2014 down to 60 in 2021.

Recorded in 59 (80%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1980.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats

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Determination
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
02/12/2024128TF51Walpole Highway
01/12/2024228TF51Walpole Highway
30/11/2024228TF51Walpole Highway
27/11/2024128TF51Walpole Highway
26/11/2024128TF51Walpole Highway
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Forewing: 17-20mm
Flight: One generation Sept-Nov.
Foodplant:   Monterey Cypress, Lawson's Cypress, Leyland Cypress, Juniper
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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