Geometridae : Ennominae
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Magpie Moth
Abraxas grossulariata

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1884 / 70.205

Norfolk status
Widespread.
Largest of the black and white geometrid moths.

A Nationally declining species with far fewer records than 30 years ago. Well recorded along the Norfolk coast and in the Broads in recent years.

Recorded in 62 (84%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2023.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
05/09/2023127TG42Eccles
01/09/2023127TG42Eccles
31/08/2023127TG42Eccles
25/08/2023227TG42Eccles
24/08/2023127TG42Eccles
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Forewing: 18-25mm.
Flight: One generation June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Blackthorn, Hawthorns, Privet, Red and Black Currant
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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