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Ligdia adustata ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Geometridae: Ennominae
1888 / 70.208
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Similar Species: None
Forewing: 12-14mm.
Flight: Two generations April-June. July-Sept.
Foodplant:   Spindle.
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
Status
Chalky or clay soil habitats.

Well recorded throughout Norfolk in recent years.

Recorded in 64 (86%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats
Latest 10 Records
Date#VC10kArea
20/09/2024128TF63Snettisham / Ingoldisthorpe
16/09/2024128TF63Snettisham / Ingoldisthorpe
01/09/2024128TF63Snettisham / Ingoldisthorpe
31/08/2024128TF90Scoulton
30/08/2024127TM18Winfarthing
29/08/2024127TG04Cley next the Sea
25/08/2024127TG04Cley next the Sea
22/08/2024127TG32Neatishead / Barton Broad
21/08/2024127TG01Lyng
19/08/2024127TG33Ridlington
Further info: Ligdia adustata
 
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