Streamer (Anticlea derivata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

Geometridae: Larentiinae

1747 (ABH70.067) Streamer Anticlea derivata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

Great Staughton

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Great Staughton

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pre-2000

2000-2009

2010-2019

2020-onwards

Great Staughton

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Not the normal resting position

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Great Staughton

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Great Staughton

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Whitelye Common

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Earith

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Storrington, Sussex. 02-04-2018. Light trap.

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General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 14-16mm.
Foodplant(s): Dog-rose (Rosa canina), Wild Rose (Rosa acicularis)
Flying: One generation, late March-May
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodlands, scrub, hedgerows and gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 79 (29.3%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in May 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 01 March to 05 June

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 03 June to 09 June

Similar Species

Barberry Carpet Pareulype berberata

Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Smooth

Colours:

Green, yellow, purple, red, brown

No. of Proleg Pairs:

1747 (ABH70.067) Streamer Anticlea derivata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR08310