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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 46 (62%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1932.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
03/09/2024128TF91Dereham 
01/09/2024127TG51Scratby
28/08/2024128TL99Rockland St Peter
27/08/2024127TG42Eccles
26/08/2024227TG42Eccles
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Forewing: 13-15mm
Flight: Two generations
May - July, August
Foodplant:   sallows, willows, Sea Buckthorn, Alder
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
 Immature Adult   [Show Flight Times]

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