73.225 BF2248 - Brindled Green - Noctuidae - Dryobotodes eremita

73.225 BF2248 - Noctuidae - Xyleninae - Dryobotodes eremita - Brindled Green

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

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- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce

Taxonomy: Macro >> Noctuidae

ID Difficulty: green

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

ID pointers: The forewing of this autumn moth is a greyish black or grey or a dull green and the most distinguishing feature is a pale blotch in the central area next to the oval, bordered with black along the rear and central area. The green colour of the forewing can be very variable.

Distribution: (Last record: 2024 ) - A resident that is uncommon and locally distributed in Derbyshire. A species that is associated with ancient woodlands, especially in the south of the county.

Flight Period: August / September / October / - On the wing August – October.

Moth Activity: Nocturnal

*** Last updated on 11 March 2025 by RP ***

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Wingspan: 32-39mm
Forewing: 15-17mm

Food Plant: Oak (Quercus).

Last Recorded Year: 2024

Last Recorded By: Not Recorded

Last Recorded General Area: Not Recorded

No First Date Information Recorded