Setaceous Hebrew Character (Xestia c-nigrum) - Norfolk Moths

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Setaceous Hebrew Character

Xestia c-nigrum

(Linnaeus, 1758)

2126 / 73.359

Norfolk status
Widespread and abundant.
Many habitats.

Not to be confused with Hebrew Character which flies much earlier in the year.

Recorded in 68 (92%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Forewing:	14-19mm.
Flight:	May-July. Aug-Oct.
Foodplant:	Herbaceous plants Nettles, willowherbs, etc
Red List:	Least Concern (LC)
GB Status:	Common
Verification Grade: Adult: 1

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