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Cumberland Green
Eucarta amethystina
Checklist NumberB097 [B&F: 2310]
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Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Occurrence in the British Isles unconfirmed. This native of southern Europe is included on the British list on the basis of the statement 'Cumberland, once, probably a casual immigrant' [Meyrick, 1928]. Wingspan 30-34 mm. Larva feeds on Hog's Fennel, Pepper-saxifrage and Wild Carrot; no evidence of breeding in the UK.
