I had these Drabs in the trap this morning, but just wanted to check that they were all Clouded. Be grateful for confirmation please.
Full scores were Oak Beauty (1), Common Quaker (23), Clouded Drab (5) – unless I am told differently, Twin-spotted Quaker (2), Small Quaker (3), Early Grey, Early Moth.
It is fascinating to read how catches vary across the country on Twitter – I find it a very useful media for sharing and learning from like-minded folk and would recommend it. One Surrey trap had over 90 Small Quaker last night.
Finally, I have just discovered that the wooden coffee-stirrers you get with a takeaway cup make for excellent tools in wheedling moths out of tight spots in the trap. Superior to the standard HB pencil!
Good selection of Clouded Drabs to show the colour variation!