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Graffham Down: Rare moth spotted in West Sussex for first time (www.bbc.co.uk)

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A rare moth has been spotted for the first time in West Sussex.

Michael Blencowe, a professional wildlife surveyor, discovered a ringed border moth in a light trap on Graffham Down in the South Downs National Park.

The species was first seen in mainland UK in Somerset in 2009. It has since been found in three East Sussex locations.

Mr Blencowe said the find was exciting because it had "the double benefit of being rare and attractive."

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