Broom-tip (Chesias rufata) - Norfolk Moths - The macro and micro moths of Norfolk.

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Broom-tip

Chesias rufata

(Fabricius, 1775)

1865 / 70.196

Norfolk status
Scarce.
Mainly Breckland.
Habitat where its foodplant, Broom is found.

A declining species in recent years and of conservation concern under the UK Biodiversity Action Plan.

Recorded in 19 (26%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1871.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Latest 5 Records
Date	#	VC	10k	General Area
13/04/2024	1	28	TL79	Cranwich
16/07/2022	+	28	TL79	Cranwich Heath
01/07/2022	1	28	TL79	Weeting (Crescent Wood)
12/04/2022	+	28	TL79	Cranwich Heath
12/04/2022	+	28	TL79	Cranwich Heath

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Forewing:	14-16mm.
Flight:	One generation April-July.
Foodplant:	Broom
Red List:	Near Threatened (NT)
GB Status:	Common
BAP Status:	Declining (Research only)
Former Status:	Nationally Scarce B
Verification Grade: Adult: 2

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