Early July in Burgate

Conditions were perfect last night (the 5th) for a full trap so a bumper catch was expected. This proved to be the case with pride of place going to single Blackneck, Coronet and Gothic: all new site records. Also of note were Orange Moth (at least 6, but they do tend to get out of the trap during the night), White Satin, Small Scallop and Black Arches. Plus the usual Beautiful Hook-tip and Cream-bordered Green Pea.

Three new records in the last few days have helped fill in a few gaps in the site list: Plain Golden Y (1st), Oak Eggar and Sycamore (both on the 3rd). Other good moths include Minor Shoulder-knot (first record since 2012 on the 3rd), Garden Tiger (second record on the 2nd), Bordered Beauty and Dingy Shears.

Mark

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