73.159 BF2331  -  Noctuidae -  Xyleninae - Apamea unanimis - Small Clouded Brindle Adult Macro:  CAT 1 - Distinctive species unlikely to be confused with others -       PDF Icon - click for Adult Macro Verification Guidelines

Green -  Rare / Uncommon / Scarce   
Taxonomy:   Macro  >>  Noctuidae ID Difficulty:  green  - easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.
ID pointers: Small size of the moth and the kidney mark always outlined in white, more so on the outer edge are the main distinguishing features. The ground colour can be variable – pale or dark brown; reddish-brown or olive-brown. Marbled with paler and or darker markings. There are two basal streaks one at the basal area and one at the trailing edge of the forewing.
Distribution:  (Last record: 08/06/2024 at Mellor )  -  A resident that, although widely distributed, it is generally uncommon in Derbyshire. Recorded in very small numbers across the county, including the high northern Peak District.
Flight Period: June /  July /  August /  -  On the wing June – August. Moth Activity: Nocturnal   - occasionally attracted to light Photographed: Yes -  Photographed By: Ashlin Bower  © All Rights Reserved
Wingspan: 30-38mm
Forewing: 15-17mm
Food Plant: Reed-canary grass (Phalaris arundinacea)
Last Recorded Date: 08/06/2024
Last Recorded By: David Knass
Last Recorded General Area: Mellor
No First Date Information Recorded

IMAGES BELOW:  Edale, Hope Valley, Derbyshire – Ashlin Bower©

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