Wednesday 29 July 2015

Micro Moth

Spotted this small moth (about 10mm long, wingspan about 18mm) hiding in the gap by my shed door. For once I was able to identify it - Dipleurina lacustrata

 2015-07-29-11.47.09 ZS 2 PMax

 2015-07-29-11.40.32 ZS PMax 2

These fly in June and July. The larvae feed on various mosses and lychens growing on tree trunks, rocks and walls.

6 comments:

  1. Spot on with the ID but where is a snap of the larva. I know a naughty bird ate it.

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    1. Simon: Even the smallest of creatures often have intricate markings, when you can get close enough to see them.

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