63.003 BF1367  -  Crambidae -  Pyraustinae - Pyrausta cingulata - Silver-barred Sable Adult Micro:  CAT 1 - Distinctive Species -       PDF Icon - click for Verification Guidelines
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Taxonomy:   Micro  >>  Crambidae ID Difficulty:  green  - easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.
ID pointers: One of the lesser known Pyrausta species. A small triangular shaped moth with the hind-wings and forewings being brownish-black. A narrow white cross-band runs through the forewing and continues into the hind-wing. This can be straight or wavy.
Distribution:  Was recorded as a common species in the Derbyshire Dales during the 1900’s. Seems to be under recorded during recent years, but still present, locally in a few of the limestone dales. However, when it is seen, only recorded in very small numbers. Status then,  unsure. Nationally a localised species.
Flight Period: May /  June /  July /  August /  September /  -  On the wing during May – June and July – September. Flies in sunshine and also comes to light. Moth Activity: Nocturnal   - and is attracted to light Photographed: Yes -  Photographed By: Steve Orridge  © All Rights Reserved
Wingspan: 14-18mm
Food Plant: Wild thyme (Thymus polytrichus).
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IMAGES BELOW:  Hay Dale, Derbyshire – Steve Orridge©

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