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Overview
A common butterfly, the Peacock is a regular visitor to our gardens where it feeds on Buddleia and other flowers, and the caterpillars feed on Common Nettles.
Peacocks are on the wing throughout the year, having a single brood, and they overwinter as an adult. They range far and can also be found in the shelter of woodland rides and clearings.
Key Facts
- The Peacock is deep-red with black spots and blue ‘eyespots’ on both the forewings and hindwings. Its underside is dark brown, making the wings look like dead leaves.
- When alarmed, the Peacock is able to make a hissing noise by rubbing its wings quickly together. Coupled with its huge eyespots, it becomes a scary prospect for would-be predators.
- Wingspan: 6.3-7.5cm
Status
Common.
Seasonality
All year round
