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Xenolechia aethiops

Moorland Groundling

Family: Gelechiidae

RES: 35.154 B&F: 763

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Distribution in Kent

The map below shows the distribution of records of Xenolechia aethiops (Moorland Groundling) within Kent. Use the control below to show data for a certain time period. If you've got a dot to add, please submit your records to us. Click here for more information on how to submit data.

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Reporting Rate

The graph below shows how the number of records submitted Xenolechia aethiops (Moorland Groundling) to the Kent database has varied since 1950. Hover over the graph to see exact figures for each year, and use the control below to filter by a certain VC.

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External Links

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