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Common Wainscot
Mythimna pallens

(Linnaeus, 1758) 2199 / 73.291

Norfolk status
Widespread and common.
The most commonly recorded Wainscot in Norfolk.
Grassland, heathland, open woodland, fens, scrub and gardens.

Unlike the similar Smoky Wainscot the hindwing is usually much lighter and white in colour, although can be more grey in females.

Recorded in 69 (93%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1930.
Last Recorded in 2023.
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Determination
Common Wainscot (M) - Upwell 28-09-10 J Wheeler
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
12/10/2023128TF62King's Lynn
10/10/2023128TF63Heacham
09/10/2023127TG14Sheringham / Beeston
09/10/2023128TF63Hunstanton
08/10/2023127TG42Eccles
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Forewing: 14-17mm.
Flight: Two generations May-July. Aug-Oct.
Foodplant:   Grasses
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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