73.271 BF2163 - Broom Moth - Noctuidae - Ceramica pisi

73.271 BF2163 - Noctuidae - Hadeninae - Ceramica pisi - Broom Moth

Adult Macro: CAT 1 - Distinctive species unlikely to be confused with others -

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- Generally Common / Widespread

Taxonomy: Macro >> Noctuidae

ID Difficulty: green

- easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.

ID pointers: The most diagnostic feature is the outermost cross-line which is jagged in shape, creamy white with an arrowhead or blotch mark along the inner edge. A variably coloured and rather broad shaped moth, with a wide forewing.

Distribution: A resident that is fairly widely distributed and locally common in Derbyshire. Greatest density found on the coal measures of the county. It is not uncommon in the main river valleys of the south and central areas of Derbyshire.

Flight Period: May / June / July / - On the wing May – July

Moth Activity: Nocturnal - and is attracted to light

Wingspan: 32-37mm
Forewing: 16-20mm

Food Plant: Broom (Cytisus scoparius)

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