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True Lover's Knot
Lycophotia porphyrea
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2118 / 73.338

Norfolk status
A small but attractive moth.
Moorland and heathland species but may wander to neighbouring habitats.

Comes to light at night, also active by day visiting and feeding at Heather flowers.

Recorded in 60 (81%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
28/08/2024128TF62Dersingham Bog
28/08/2024128TF62Dersingham Bog
23/08/2024128TF63Snettisham / Ingoldisthorpe
20/08/2024128TF63Snettisham / Ingoldisthorpe
20/08/2024128TF62Dersingham Bog
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Forewing: 12-15mm.
Flight: One generation June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Heather and Bell Heather
Red List: Vulnerable (VU)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
 Immature Adult   [Show Flight Times]
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