Erebidae : Rivulinae
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Straw Dot
Rivula sericealis
(Scopoli, 1763) 2474 / 72.002

Morley's Final Catalogue: Generally distributed throughout the County, and common though little noticed. Ipswich, frequent at electric light in 1895; Barham, in 1933 at Hemley; abundant at Monks Soham light; Tuddenham (Sparke); Shipmeadow (D), Fritton (Mr).

Recent Suffolk Status: Common.

Life history: Double-brooded. Late records into October in recent years.

Identification: Unmistakeable.

Habitat: Grasslands, waste ground, woodland rides, gardens.

Recorded in 56 (97%) of 58 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1895.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
28/10/2024125TM28 - Mendham
25/10/2024125TM46 - Minsmere/Leiston
16/10/2024125TM24 - Woodbridge/Martlesham
16/10/2024125TM24 - Woodbridge/Martlesham
08/10/2024125TM25 - Wickham Market/Otley
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Forewing: 13-15mm.
Flight: Two generations June-July. Aug-Sept.
Foodplant:   Grasses
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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