Lempke's Gold Spot
Plusia putnami
Checklist Number73.023 [B&F: 2440]
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Record will normally be accepted but photo evidence may be required - check with CMR if not sure of identity
Local in fens, marshes, river-banks and upland grassland throughout much of northern England and southern Scotland. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 34-36 mm. The most likely confusion species is Gold Spot P. festucae, which see for differences. Larva feeds on Wood Small-reed, Purple Small-reed and Yorkshire-fog.
VC11 South Hampshire
| Site | Date | Quantity | Recorder | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lymington (SZ39) | 1976 | - | Alec Harmer | Adult |
