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Photo © Jim Wheeler, Aug 2008 |
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| Similar Norfolk Species |
Crescent
Celaena leucostigma |
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Norfolk status
Rare.
Moorland species, occurring most commonly in northern England.
Very locally recorded at certain Norfolk fens and marshes including several sites in The Broads.
Comes to light at night, males can be seen flying by day on sunny afternoons.Recorded in 12 (17%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2009. |
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Copyright © Jim Wheeler 2013
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| Forewing: |
10-14mm. |
| Season: |
One generation Aug-Sept. |
| Foodplant: |
Common Cottongrass |
| Nat Status: |
Local |
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Hawk moths
