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Acontia aprica

Checklist Number
B086a [B&F: 2416]

Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure

Classification

Family:Noctuidae
Subfamily:Acontiinae
Genus:Acontia
Species:aprica
Authority:(Hübner, 1803)

Occurrence in the British Isles unconfirmed. This native of North America is included on the British list on the basis of a single specimen captured in England ca. 1780. Wingspan 18-26 mm. Larva feeds on Hollyhock; no evidence of breeding in the UK.

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