Lasiocampidae : Lasiocampinae
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Fox Moth
Macrothylacia rubi

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1638 / 66.008

Norfolk status
Local, mainly in the Brecks.
Heathland, coastal and other grasslands, fen, open woodland, scrub.
The males fly in the afternoon, females tend to fly only at night.

The distinctive black/brown and tan very hairy caterpillars often occur in great profusion in the Autumn. Early instar larvae have distinct yellow rings.

Recorded in 31 (42%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
19/09/2024527TG51Great Yarmouth (North Denes)
13/09/2024128TL98East Wretham Heath
12/09/2024128TF74Holme NNR
24/07/2024127TG42Horsey
26/06/2024+28TL78Weeting
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Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Forewing: M 22-26mm. F 26-31mm.
Flight: One generation. May-June.
Foodplant:   Heathers, Bilberry, Creeping Willow Brambles
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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