Scarce Umber (Agriopis aurantiaria) - Norfolk Moths - The macro and micro moths of Norfolk.

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Scarce Umber

Agriopis aurantiaria

(H�bner, 1799)

1933 / 70.254

Norfolk status
Woodland, suburban habitats and scrub.
Female is almost wingless.

Recorded in 56 (76%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Forewing:	17-21mm.
Flight:	One generation Oct-Dec.
Foodplant:	Broadleaved trees and shrubs
Red List:	Least Concern (LC)
GB Status:	Common
Verification Grade: Adult: 1

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