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Broad-bordered Yellow Underwing
Noctua fimbriata
(Schreber, 1759) 2110 / 73.343

Norfolk status
Widespread and common.
Showing marked sexual dimorphism, the males of this moth are generally shades of darker brown, the females orangey-buff.

Flying mainly in July - September, the dip in August is likely due to aestivation.

Recorded in 69 (93%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
01/11/2024127TG11Horsford
31/10/2024127TG33Ridlington
25/10/2024128TF63Dersingham
17/10/2024227TG41Filby
16/10/2024227TG41Filby
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Forewing: 22-27mm.
Flight: One generation July-Sept.
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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