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Large Emerald
Geometra papilionaria

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1666 / 70.299

Norfolk status
largest of the 'Emeralds', common throughout Norfolk.

Recorded in 65 (88%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1871.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats

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Determination
List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
30/08/2024327TG33Ridlington
27/08/2024127TG32Neatishead / Barton Broad
19/08/2024127TG13Aldborough / Hanworth
18/08/2024228TF63Dersingham
13/08/2024128TF62Dersingham Bog
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Forewing: 24-29mm.
Flight: One generation. June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Downy Birch, Silver Birch, Hazel, Alder, (Beech)
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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