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2431 Ctenoplusia accentifera (Lefebvre, 1827) - (Noctuidae / Plusiinae)


Status: Vagrant/Accidental
Notes: A very rare immigrant from southern Europe, appearing as a migrant in south-eastern Britain. Wingspan 29-33mm. Nocturnal; September, also at other times of the year. Larva - no evidence of breeding in the UK. Larva feeds on Corn Mint, Spear Mint and Cocklebur.

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