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Chevron

Eulithis testata

(Linnaeus, 1761)

1755 / 70.090

Norfolk status
Variable species colours from yellow to dark brown.
Moorland, sandy and woodland areas.

Recorded in 43 (58%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Forewing:	13-19mm.
Flight:	One generation July-Sept.
Foodplant:	Sallows, Willow, Aspen other Poplars
Red List:	Least Concern (LC)
GB Status:	Common
Verification Grade: Adult: 2

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