Erebidae : Lymantriinae
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White Satin
Leucoma salicis

(Linnaeus, 1758) 2031 / 72.009

Norfolk status
Widespread and common.
Poplar plantations, fens, carr and other habitats where its foodplants are found across Norfolk.

Satin appearance of the wings gives rise to the vernacular name.

Recorded in 67 (91%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
05/09/2024127TG10Cringleford (UEA)
30/08/2024427TG33Ridlington
15/08/2024+27TG41Filby
12/08/2024128TF63Snettisham
12/08/2024127TG10Cringleford (UEA)
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Forewing: 18-27mm.
Flight: One generation July-Aug.
Foodplant:   Aspen, Poplars, Sallows and Willows
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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