Finally some much needed rain last night, we have been desperate for it around here. Put the traps out anyway despite the wet forecast as the cloud kept the temperature up. Well worth it with a respectable catch of 35sp. Best moth Dotted chestnut. Nothing too exciting amongst the rest but nice to get the season moving on with White ermine, Dwarf pug, Light brocade, Spectacle, Treble lines, Pale tussock, Sharp-angled peacock, Nutmeg, Cedestis subfasciella, Heart and Dart, Peppered, Turnip and Green carpet. Still Common quaker, Clouded drab, Hebrew character, and Red-green carpet hanging on.
Not much else to report from previous nights trapping to this one as I didn’t do much in the cool conditions. Did try on the 28th and amongst the small catch was a Mullein moth (only my 3rd adult record) and the first hawk for the year an Eyed.
Neil
Yes that night was worth it for me too. Was surprised how it calmed down after such a windy day. My most remarkable first for the year was a Water Ermine. Seems so early for this species. The year seems to be doing very well on regular species. Puss moth not so surprising and had a Common White Wave. My common Hawk-moths are the Poplar. A few this year. Don’t get many Eyed.