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Angle Shades
Phlogophora meticulosa
(Linnaeus, 1758) 2306 / 73.113
Norfolk status
The angle shades moth, seen from May to July and August to October, has delicate green and brown markings in a camouflage pattern. The moth folds its forewings when at rest to enhance the effect of a crumpled leaf. Although there are two large generations in spring and autumn, the moth can be found in almost any month, particularly in the autumn when migrants are most frequent.

Recorded in 66 (96%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2020.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
30/03/2020127TG10 - Wymondham/Cringleford
22/03/2020127TG20 - Norwich
29/02/2020127TG10 - Wymondham/Cringleford
17/02/2020227TG10 - Wymondham/Cringleford
30/01/2020127TG10 - Wymondham/Cringleford
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Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Forewing: 21-25mm.
Flight: Recorded all year. Mainly May-Oct.
Foodplant:   Herbaceous and woody plants
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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