Numbers have dropped after the wind and rain. On the night of 10 October just 36 species were recorded at Bawdsey Hall. November Moth, Blair’s Shoulder-knot and Dark Chestnut now on the wing here. I’ve only seen one Feathered Thorn so far this autumn. Merveille du Jour has not appeared in any numbers yet.
A few migrants about this last week, including a male Gem on 10 October and regular appearances of Delicate during the week. Silver Y numbers have increased but very few Dark Sword-grass lately. Small numbers of Diamond-back Moth, Rush Veneer and Rusty-dot Pearl are about.
The most numerous moths currently are Feathered Ranunculus, Beaded Chestnut and Large Yellow Underwing.
Dingy Footman was recorded on 6 October and Buff Footman two nights earlier. Square-spot Rustic, Shuttle-shaped Dart and Lunar Yellow Underwing also still hanging on.
Interesting you are getting a lot of Beaded chestnut, I’ve only had one this year so far!