Geometridae : Ennominae
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Clouded Magpie
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Magpie Moth
Abraxas grossulariata
(Linnaeus, 1758) 1884 / 70.205
Norfolk status
Widespread.
Largest of the black and white geometrid moths.

A declining species with far fewer records than 30 years ago.

Recorded in 62 (84%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2021.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
12/09/2021127TG42 - Hickling/Horsey
11/09/2021127TG42 - Hickling/Horsey
09/09/2021127TG42 - Hickling/Horsey
08/09/2021327TG42 - Hickling/Horsey
08/09/2021127TG10 - Wymondham/Cringleford
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Forewing: 18-25mm.
Flight: One generation June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Blackthorn, Hawthorns, Privet, Red and Black Currant
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
 Immature Adult
Further info: Abraxas grossulariata
 
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