Noctuidae : Acronictinae
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Grey Dagger
Acronicta psi
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Dark Dagger
Acronicta tridens

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 73.037

Widespread across the region in a wide range of habitats, but under-recorded due to the requirement for dissection to distinguish the adult from Grey Dagger.

Determination by Genitalia Examination (gen. det.) Required

Recorded in 45 (58%) of 78 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1930.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Foodplant:   Broadleaved trees and shrubs
Red List Status: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 4
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
30/07/20221VC22 - BerkshireSU77
07/07/20221VC22 - BerkshireSU56
06/07/20222VC22 - BerkshireSU58
17/06/20221VC22 - BerkshireSU58
16/06/20221VC24 - BuckinghamshireSP71

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