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Small Seraphim
Pterapherapteryx sexalata

(Retzius, 1783) 1882 / 70.199

Morley's Final Catalogue: Still scarce and local; perhaps overlooked. Belstead (Pyett, Hkg); singly at electric light in Ipswich during 1895 (Mly); Playford (Gr); Stowmarket (C); Worlingham Park (Crf).

Recent Suffolk Status: Very local, mainly along the coast and in river valleys.

Life history: Double-brooded.

Identification: Unmistakeable.

Habitat: Sallow carr, river valleys, fens, reedbeds.

Recorded in 24 (41%) of 58 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1895.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
13/08/2024125TM45 - Aldeburgh/Orford
01/07/2024125TM24 - Woodbridge/Martlesham
03/06/2024125TM24 - Woodbridge/Martlesham
15/08/2023125TM49 - Somerleyton/Beccles
04/08/2023226TL87 - Barnham/West Stow
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Forewing: 9-12mm.
Flight: Two generations May-June. July-Aug.
Foodplant:   Sallows
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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