Gelechiidae : Anomologinae
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Bryotropha terrella
Brown Moss-moth
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)787 / 35.040
=Cinerous Neb*

Norfolk status
Widespead and common on sandy ground, often encountered wherever long grass grows, and easily flushed in the daytime.

Recorded in 58 (78%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1957.
Last Recorded in 2025.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
12/04/2025128TF51Walpole Highway
30/08/2024127TG33Ridlington
23/08/2024127TG02Hindolveston
23/08/2024128TM09Great Ellingham
22/08/2024228TF92North Elmham
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Wingspan: 14 - 16.5mm
Flight: May - August.
Foodplant:   Common Bent , Moss.
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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