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Large Emerald
Geometra papilionaria
(Linnaeus, 1758) 1666 / 70.299

A common resident found across the region.

A species of woodland, heathland, larger gardens.

Overwinters as a small larva. Adults are attracted to light but frequently never quite make it in to the trap but rest on vegetation near to.

Recorded in 108 (77%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1886.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 24-29mm
Flight: June - August
Foodplant:   Downy Birch, Silver Birch, Hazel, Alder, (Beech)
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
26/08/2023+VC39 - StaffordshireSJ94
11/08/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSJ91
04/08/20237VC39 - StaffordshireSJ92
02/08/20231VC40 - ShropshireSO49
01/08/20231VC40 - ShropshireSO49

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