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True Lover's Knot
Lycophotia porphyrea
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2118 / 73.338
Norfolk status
A small but attractive moth.
Moorland and heathland species but may wander to neighbouring habitats.

Comes to light at night, also active by day visiting and feeding at Heather flowers.

Recorded in 58 (84%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2020.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
11/08/2020+27TG12 - Aylsham
09/08/2020128TL79 - Methwold/Foulden
08/08/2020128TF62 - King's Lynn/Dersingham
08/08/2020127TG30 - Brundall/Cantley
07/08/2020128TF64 - Hunstanton
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Forewing: 12-15mm.
Flight: One generation June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Heather and Bell Heather
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
 Immature Adult
Further info: Lycophotia porphyrea
 
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