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Not only is the Sycamore Acronicta aceris NFG, but it is also the first time I have ever caught one in my own trap.

I first encountered Sycamore at Lulworth Cove in Dorset, in September 2009, when I spotted a final instar larva crawling across a boulder, presumably looking for a pupation site.
In 2013, I was with others trapping at Wicken Fen, when I saw my first adult, caught by one of the group. Since then I have seen a couple more, but it can’t get any better than my own record in my garden. I found it on the wall adjacent to last night’s trap (06/07/2019).
In a catch of 19 species (down from 31 the previous night) I also recorded Short-cloaked Moth Nola cucullatella and Pammene regiana both NFY.

Mel.

Not a moth we've ever had in our garden, but I certainly wouldn't mind if we did. The caterpillar is stunning. I'd assumed with a name like Sycamore it couldn't possibly actually eat Sycamore (as it would be very abundant) - but it does, so hopefully it would feel at home in the huge, tasty sycamore at the front of our house. It seems to be spreading, so here's hoping!

Regards, Julian

Hi folks,

whilst Sycamore remains a distinct VC58 rarity, recent evidence suggests its getting marginally more common - there's been two or three others already this year.

Cheers,
Steve

Yes, I have had singles for the last three years. Non before.

Greg