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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 2023.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
01/10/2023128TF94Blakeney Point / Stiffkey
30/09/2023227TG33Ridlington
25/09/2023128TF83North Creake
16/09/2023127TG20Stoke Holy Cross
16/09/2023128TF92North Elmham
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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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