This persistent cool NE breeze off the sea has kept the moth traps in the shed for a week. Last night with the thick cloud and a slight fall in its strength I thought it worth a try, choosing a well sheltered area further inland facing south west. It proved worthwhile with about 70 moths recorded of 12 species. Nothing out of the ordinary, just 2 new for the year for me (Early Grey & Diurnea fagella). The bulk of the catch was Orthosias, with Small Quaker by far the most abundant moth of the evening. One Dotted Border was a very dark and beautifully marked individual. It had me puzzled at first until I took a closer look at it.
Not much sign in the forecast of any warm nights just yet.
Brian