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Common Emerald
Hemithea aestivaria
(Hübner, 1799) 1669 / 70.305

Norfolk status
Common and widespread.
Distinctively shaped pointed hindwing and chequered fringes are characteristic. Fringes and green colour fade in worn specimens.

note the very similar Sussex Emerald Thalera fimbrialis (Not recorded in Norfolk) has not a single, but two points on each hindwing.

Recorded in 65 (88%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats
< Little Emerald | Small Grass Emerald >

Determination
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
28/07/2024127TG20Norwich (Lakenham)
28/07/2024327TG51Scratby
27/07/2024127TG51Scratby
27/07/2024127TG20Norwich (Earlham)
26/07/2024127TG14Sheringham / Beeston
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Forewing: 14-17mm.
Flight: One generation. June-July.
Foodplant:   Hawthorn, Blackthorn, Hazel, oaks, willows etc
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Further info: Hemithea aestivaria
 
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