Heart and Dart and other moths in Bradwell

Following Neil’s comments on this species I can report that in the catch of the 18th at Blundeston there was just one H&D. Comparatively there were around 20 Pale Tussock, probably the most I’ve ever seen, hence the overall good numbers.

Last night I trapped at home. Heart and Dart the most common moth with 35 counted. Many of the other species were counted in singles or low numbers. Amongst the 60 species recorded were Alder Kitten, Miller, A. smeathmanniana. C rosaceana. The first Willow Beauty also seen.

Regarding the performance of twin 30w actinic traps, mine too had been disappointing for a long spell, but in the last two nights, as at the beginning of the season, has had a fair proportion of moths. Currently, three of the four Alder Kitten, for example, have been taken by this trap.

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