Peacock (Aglais io (=Inachis), (Linnaeus, 1758))

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as an adult.

Wingspan: M: 63-68mm, F: 67-75mm
Foodplant(s): Common Nettle (Urtica dioica), Small Nettle (Urtica urens), Common Hop (Humulus lupulus)
Flying: One generation, mid July-mid May (hibernates)
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Everywhere.

Regional Information

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Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Spiny

Colours:

Black, white, brown, yellow

No. of Proleg Pairs:

59.026 (BF1597) Peacock Aglais io (=Inachis), (Linnaeus, 1758)

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