Noctuidae : Acronictinae
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Sycamore
Acronicta aceris
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Acronicta rumicis
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Poplar Grey
Subacronicta megacephala
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 2278 / 73.046
=Acronicta megacephala

Norfolk status
Widespread.
Woodland, fens, heathland, scrub, grassland and gardens.
Similar to the Sycamore moth. Distinctive round stigma and white patch on the forewing, with whitish hindwings.

Recorded in 67 (91%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
10/09/2024128TF63Snettisham / Ingoldisthorpe
06/09/2024127TG30Blofield / Lingwood
06/09/2024128TF92North Elmham
03/09/2024128TF63Snettisham / Ingoldisthorpe
01/09/2024128TF62King's Lynn
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Forewing: 17-20mm.
Flight: One generation May-Aug.
Foodplant:   Poplars, Aspen and willows
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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