70.211 BF1889 – The Peacock Moth – Geometridae – Macaria notata
The Peacock Moth – Geometridae – Ennominae – Macaria notata – colour code •
STATUS – Extremely rare and current status unknown- Latest record is of one trapped in Findern on 23rd June 2023. Still appears to be a rare species in the county. Previously only1 record from Shipley Park 7th August 2004.
ID POINTERS – Fairly distinctive. The black “paw-print” mark, just off centre within the forewing, the reddish-brown triangular shaped blotches on the costa, a strongly pointed hind-wing and pale wavy cross-lines, help to ID this species.
FLIGHT PERIOD – Late May – early July & late July – August
IMAGES – Image by Brian Hallam© – Findern 23rd June 2023.
