Cyclophora punctaria – A very attractive moth with a rosy flush to its sandy coloured wings. Wingspan 18-25mm. The adult flies in two generations, which ranges from May through to September. Found in oak woodland, on which the larva feeds. Fairly common and widespread, and can be locally abundant in the ancient woodlands of central and southern England. More local into Scotland.
Attracted to moth trap, rear garden, July 2017. © Peter Hillman
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It’s a beauty!
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It has become one of my favourites of late. Thank you 🙂
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Do they come by during the day? Come often?
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They usually come at night and are attracted to the light of my shed. First time I have seen this species this year.
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Oh, so the photo was taken at night with light? I’ve seen some new flying things in my garden also!
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The photo was taken in the daytime. Too difficult at night. Yes, there are lots going on at night in the skies when we are fast asleep 🙂
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Yes, that’s another world out there!
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🙂
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I like your profile picture!
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Thank you, Miriam 🙂
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You’re welcome! *°• ♥ •°*
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🙂
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It looks like she’s been lightly dusted with chili powder! Lovely colour combination Pete 🙂
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Some them don’t hardly show a blush at all, but this one, yeah chilli powder dusting 🙂
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She’s a beauty, Pete!
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Thank you, Anne 🙂 Now one of my favourites.
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I can see why it’s a favorite. I’m really quite fond of the pastel colors so many of your moths seem to have, and this is one of the loveliest.
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Thank you, Linda 🙂 This has become one of my favourites at the moment.
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