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March Moth
Alsophila aescularia

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1663 / 70.245
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Yorkshire Status: Fairly common and fairly widespread resident.

The larvae of March Moth feed on a variety of broad-leaved trees, so it is commonest in woodland. It is however frequent in other habitats including gardens. It is widely distributed across the county, though numbers may have reduced a little in recent years. The wingless female is not often seen.

Sutton & Beaumont, 1989: Well distributed and the most common moth of early spring in many areas. Recorded in all five vice-counties in almost all kinds of habitats. The larvae feed on a variety of deciduous trees.

Recorded in 143 (72%) of 200 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1847.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats

< Feathered Thorn  |  Small Brindled Beauty >
Forewing: 16-19mm
Flight: February - April
Foodplant:   Oaks, Hawthorn, Blackthorn
Red List Status: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
12/04/2024161TA07 - Hunmanby
09/04/2024162NZ61 - Guisborough
08/04/2024162NZ61 - Guisborough
08/04/2024162SE65 - York (E)
08/04/2024163SK69 - New Rossington / Austerfield
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