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| (Treitschke, 1832) | 690 / 32.034 |
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Norfolk status
Rare coastal species.
Adult rarely seen.
Several adult specimens taken at Yarmouth in September 2015, suggesting a strong population in the area, possibly a second generation occurring in September.
Can resemble other commoner species of Agonopterix, please retain specimens for identification.
The larvae feed on Sea-holly, sometimes several larvae together feeding within spun or rolled leaves.
[MBGBI vol4.1 p149]Recorded in 5 (7%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1969.
Last Recorded in 2018.
Additional Stats
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Show Details | 1990 to 2018 | 2000 to 2018 |
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Hawk moths
