Noctuidae: Cuculliinae
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Similar Norfolk Species
Cabbage Moth
Mamestra brassicae
Pale-shouldered Brocade
Lacanobia thalassina
Dark Brocade
2250 Blepharita adusta
(Esper, 1790)
Norfolk status
Local.
Quite similar to several related species.
Heathland, chalky downland and fenland.
Identified by the shape of its reniform stigmata, which usually show a triple-toothed appearance on the outer edge.

Comparative detail

Recorded in 52 (75%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2012.

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
03/07/2012127TG33 - Bacton
July 2012+27TG42 - Hickling/Horsey
30/06/2012127TG32 - Stalham/Catfield
27/06/2012127TG20 - Norwich
21/06/2012227TG33 - Bacton
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Forewing: 18-21mm.
Season: One generation May-Aug.
Foodplant:   Herbaceous and woody plants
Nat Status: Common
 Immature Adult
Further info: Blepharita adusta
 

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