Alucitidae
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Alucita hexadactyla
1288 Many-plumed Moth
Linnaeus, 1758
Norfolk status
The only British member of its family. Can occur any time between late winter and late autumn. Often found hibernating.
Gardens and woodland where foodplant (Honeysuckle) found.

Each wing is separated into 6 'plumes', making the English name for this unusual little moth rather inaccurate!

Recorded in 46 (67%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2013.

 

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
26/04/2013127TG20 - Norwich
25/04/2013128TF63 - Snettisham/Dersingham
25/04/2013127TG11 - Drayton/Swannington
25/04/2013127TG24 - Cromer
25/04/2013127TG20 - Norwich
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Wingspan: 14-16 mm.
Season: Two Generations. Can occur any time.
Foodplant:   Honeysuckle.
Nat Status: Common
 Immature Adult
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