Geometridae : Sterrhinae
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Riband Wave
Idaea aversata

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1713 / 70.016

Norfolk status
Common and widespread.
Two distinct forms occur of this species, roughly equal in numbers. One has a dark band across all four wings, where as the other f. remutata, only has narrow cross-lines.

Recorded in 68 (92%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1930.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
23/10/2024128TF92Great Ryburgh
23/09/2024127TG11Costessey
22/09/2024128TF51Walpole Highway
21/09/2024128TF63Dersingham
20/09/2024128TF63Snettisham
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Forewing: 14-16mm.
Flight: One generation. June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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