Eyed Hawk-moth
B&F 1980 RES 69.002
DistributionPhenologyReporting RatePhotos
Widespread but not as abundant as the other Hawk-moths likely to be encountered in Kent. This species can be found across the county, but is more concentrated at coastal locations (especially Dungeness). An unmistakable species.
Mostly feeds on Willows and Sallows but has been noted on other plants
Grade 1 — adults are generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species, but records outside documented range or flight period may require photos.
Distribution Map
The map below shows all records of Eyed Hawk-moth (Smerinthus ocellata) in the Kent database. If you've got a dot to add, please submit your records to us. Use the control below to filter by time span:
Phenology
The graph below shows at which time of the year Eyed Hawk-moth (Smerinthus ocellata) can be expected to be recorded in Kent. Use the controls below to filter by VC and time span:
Reporting Rate
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Photo Gallery
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