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Peacock Moth
Macaria notata
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Sharp-angled Peacock
Macaria alternata
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1890 / 70.212
Norfolk status
Scrub heathland , open broadleaved and coniferous woodland, fens, and coastal sand-dunes.

Similar to the Peacock Moth (Macaria notata). Sharp-angled Peacock has darker grey-brown forewing ground colour and a more obvious subterminal band which is also visible on the underside of the hindwing.

Recorded in 38 (55%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1932.
Last Recorded in 2020.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
21/08/2020228TF74 - Holme/Titchwell
20/08/2020127TG42 - Hickling/Horsey
18/08/2020128TF94 - Wells/Stiffkey
18/08/2020228TF74 - Holme/Titchwell
17/08/2020127TM18 - Diss
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Forewing: 13-15mm
Flight: Two generations
May - July, August
Foodplant:   sallows, willows, Sea Buckthorn, Alder
Nat Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
 Immature Adult
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