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Frosted Green
Polyploca ridens

(Fabricius, 1787) 1660 / 65.015

Norfolk status
Mature woodland flying early in the year.

Predominantly dark green, but does show variable colourings often appearing brown.

Recorded in 60 (81%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2023.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
09/05/2023127TG02Hindolveston
07/05/2023128TF63Dersingham
07/05/2023127TG11Costessey
07/05/2023127TG21Norwich (Catton)
07/05/2023128TF62Sandringham
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Forewing: 15-17mm.
Flight: One generation. Apr-May.
Foodplant:   Pedunculate Oak Sessile Oak and Turkey Oak
Red List: Near Threatened (NT)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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