Tawny Shears (Hadena perplexa) - Norfolk Moths - The macro and micro moths of Norfolk.

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Tawny Shears

Hadena perplexa

([Denis & Schifferm�ller], 1775)

2167 / 73.286

Norfolk status
Extremely variable.
Dry grassy or stony habitats such as chalk downland and shingle beaches.

Recorded in 60 (81%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Forewing:	13-15mm.
Flight:	One generation May-July.
Foodplant:	Campions, Nottingham Catchfly and Rock Sea-spurrey
Red List:	Least Concern (LC)
GB Status:	Common
Verification Grade: Adult: 1

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