Crambidae : Pyraustinae
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Ostrinia nubilalis
European Corn Borer
Sitochroa verticalis
1371 Lesser Pearl
(Linnaeus, 1758)
Norfolk status
Localised primarily to the Brecks.

Easily disturbed by day from amongst clover and other rough pasture. Comes to light at night, and is known to migrate.

Recorded in 22 (32%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1899.
Last Recorded in 2012.

 

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
28/07/2012128TF74 - Holme/Titchwell
25/07/2012128TM09 - Attleborough
08/07/2011128TF60 - Downham/Fincham
04/07/2011128TL79 - Methwold/Foulden
02/07/2011128TF70 - Beachamwell/Oxborough
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Wingspan: c. 32 mm.
Season: June and July.
Foodplant:   Various plants inc. Creeping thistle, Broom and Goosefoot.
Nat Status: Local
 Immature Adult
Further info: Sitochroa verticalis
 

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