Erebidae : Lymantriinae
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Euproctis chrysorrhoea
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Yellow-tail
Euproctis similis

(Fuessly, 1775) 2030 / 72.013

Norfolk status
Adults have a bold yellow/orange tip to the abdomen and one or more black spots at the corner of the white forewing.

Usually one generation in July - August. Recently a small second generation occurring in October has been noted.

Recorded in 68 (92%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
03/11/2024128TF63Heacham
29/10/2024127TG04Cley next the Sea
26/10/2024127TG42Eccles
25/10/2024128TF92Stibbard
23/10/2024128TF63Heacham
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Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Forewing: M 16-22mm. F17-23mm.
Flight: One generation July-Aug.
Foodplant:   Broadleaved trees and shrubs
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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