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Gem
Nycterosea obstipata
(Fabricius, 1794) 1720 / 70.047
=Orthonama obstipata

Recorded in 12 (32%) of 37 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1969.
Last Recorded in 2026.
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area or Nature Reserve
28/05/2026129TL34 - Royston
08/04/2026129TL44 - Fowlmere/Sawston
09/10/2025129TL57 - Wicken Fen
07/09/2025+29TL34 - Royston
26/06/2025+29TL57 - Wicken Fen
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Forewing: 12-14mm.
Flight: Arrive April-Nov.
Foodplant:   Various low-growing plants
GB Status: Immigrant
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
 Immature Adult
Further info: Nycterosea obstipata
 
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