P.S. I counted 6 Small Copper butterflies feeding on mint flowers this morning.
Saturday, 5 October 2013
A matter of a Pinion, perhaps?
I put the larger actinic trap at the front last night, checked it before retiring and collected a moth which was resting on the lounge window. It didn't look in very good condition (it had just been raining) but had a distinctive streamlined shape so I boxed it and put it in the fridge. From the prominent 'shoulder pads' and dark colouring I suspect that it must be a Tawny Pinion. I've had one before, in May 2011. The catch in and around the trap this morning was a very meagre one, only 18 moths including 6 Silver Ys, 2 Rush Veneers (sadly no Vestals so far ) and my first Yellow-line Quaker of the year.
P.S. I counted 6 Small Copper butterflies feeding on mint flowers this morning.
P.S. I counted 6 Small Copper butterflies feeding on mint flowers this morning.
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Looks like tawny pinion to me. Also (if you`ve still got the specimen) the dark streak down its back will have a purpley tinge to it at certain angles. A good record Chris.
ReplyDeleteWill do my last night`s (Fri 4/10) post later...had another vestal too and 4 rush veneers...but nothing `hot` -sadly.
Yes Ian, the dark streak is glossy and there's a purplish tint when I hold it up to the light.
ReplyDeleteI will probably put the small actinic out tonight in the hope that it will remain dry, overcast and not too cold!
I also agree on Tawny Pinion - a rare species in Carms. Well done!
ReplyDeletehope you're going to enter that title in the blog 'Pun of the Year' competition, Chris. Gets my vote
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