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Turnip Moth
Agrotis segetum
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2087 / 73.319
Norfolk status
Very variable colours from sandy through to brown even black.
Widespread and very common.
Many habitats.

Recorded in 68 (99%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2020.
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Determination
rare example with double ampulla in right valva - Jon Clifton
Turnip Agrotis segetum - (M) - J Clifton
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
30/11/2020128TF63 - Snettisham/Dersingham
24/11/2020128TM09 - Attleborough
18/11/2020127TG11 - Drayton/Swannington
16/11/2020127TG23 - N.Walsham/Roughton
16/11/2020128TL99 - Thompson/Gt.Hocking
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Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Forewing: 16-21mm.
Flight: May-June. Aug-Oct.
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plant roots Turnip, Carrot, Beet etc
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
 Immature Adult
Further info: Agrotis segetum
 
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