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Sharp-angled Peacock
Macaria alternata ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Geometridae: Ennominae
1890 / 70.212
Photo © Chris Tyler-Smith, Yali Xue,  24th August 2023, Linton TL560465

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Peacock Moth
Macaria notata
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

Recorded in 2 (5%) of 37 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1978.
Last Recorded in 2018.

Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
27/07/2018+29TL66 - Chippenham/Cheveley
16/06/2014+29TL57 - Ely/Stretham/Soham
25/07/1989+29TL57 - Ely/Stretham/Soham
24/06/1988+29TL57 - Ely/Stretham/Soham
15/07/1986+29TL57 - Ely/Stretham/Soham
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