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1683 Lewes Wave (Scopula immorata) (Linnaeus, 1758) - (Geometridae / Sterrhinae)


Status: Extinct
Notes: Extinct in Britain, formerly Sussex. Wingspan 25-29mm. Flies at dusk; early June to mid-July and August to September, final (partial) generation in the south only. Frequented heathland and open areas. Larva August to May, no evide nce of breeding in the UK. Larva feeds on Wild Thyme, Marjoram and Heather.

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