Notodontidae : Cerurinae
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Puss Moth
Cerura vinula

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1995 / 71.003

Norfolk status
Widespread but local, only recorded in small numbers each year, although increasing in recent years.

The caterpillars, which are seen from July to September, are up to 65mm long, bright green with purple and white markings. When threatened they can rear up, revealing a red and black 'face' before shooting out formic acid!

Recorded in 65 (88%) 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
12/08/2023128TF62Knights Hill / Roydon Common
09/08/2023328TF61Leziate
17/07/2023127TG11Honingham
10/07/2023228TF62Knights Hill / Roydon Common
06/07/2023228TF62Knights Hill / Roydon Common
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Forewing: 29-38mm.
Flight: One generation May-July.
Foodplant:   Poplars and willows
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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