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Latreille's Latin

Callopistria latreillei

Checklist Number
73.081 [B&F: 2309]

Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure

Classification

Family:Noctuidae
Subfamily:Eriopinae
Genus:Callopistria
Species:latreillei
Authority:(Duponchel, 1827)

Very rare immigrant (less than 10 previous UK records) from southern Europe appearing on the south-east coast of England where recorded near Dover in October 2006; natural range largely subtropical, but recorded from Spain, southern France and Malta. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 26-30 mm. No evidence of breeding in the UK.