Noctuidae: Acronictinae
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  Immature stages

Similar Norfolk Species
Sycamore
Acronicta aceris
Knot Grass
Acronicta rumicis
Poplar Grey
2278 Acronicta megacephala
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Norfolk status
Woodland, fens, heathland, scrub, grassland and gardens.
One of several powdery-looking greyish moths which can be difficult to identify, this species has however a distinctly round whitish orbicular stigma with a darker centre, and whitish hindwings.

Recorded in 61 (88%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2013.

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
09/05/2013127TG51 - Winterton/Caister
15/09/2012+27TG41 - Acle/Hemsby
04/09/2012127TG32 - Stalham/Catfield
28/08/2012128TF84 - Burnham/Holkham
26/08/2012127TG30 - Brundall/Cantley
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Forewing: 17-20mm.
Season: One generation May-Aug.
Foodplant:   Poplars, Aspen and willows
Nat Status: Common
 Immature Adult
Further info: Acronicta megacephala
 

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