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Swallow-tailed Moth
Ourapteryx sambucaria

(Linnaeus, 1758) 1922 / 70.243

Norfolk status
Common and widespread.

Unmistakable large, pale lemon yellow moth, with characteristic pointed tails on each hindwing.

Recorded in 68 (92%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2023.
Additional Stats

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
10/08/2023127TG42Eccles
31/07/20231927TG33Ridlington
28/07/2023128TF92Great Ryburgh
28/07/2023127TG13Hempstead
27/07/2023127TG42Eccles
Show Details | 1990 to 2023 | 2000 to 2023 | Graph Key
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Forewing: 22-30mm.
Flight: One generation June-Aug.
Foodplant:   Broadleaved woody plants Hawthorn, Blackthorn etc
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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