Monochroa palustrellus

After a two-week pause due to the poor weather, the garden traps been back in action. Lunar, Large and Lesser Yellow U/wing make up most of the now limited catch, as does Set’ Hebrew Character. Black Rustic, Brown-spotted Pinion and Pink-barred Sallow have also appeared over the last few nights. A very fresh looking Silver Y on 20 Sept’ could have been a migrant but who knows. Still also catching Dusky Thorn (1 on 23rd), and the odd Light Emerald and Brimstone Moth (presumed 2nd generation). However, moth of the week must be the Monochroa palustrellus taken last night which is a surprise addition to the garden list. According to the Gelechiid Recording Scheme website, there have been a number of mid-late September records.

Monochroa palustrellus (Woolpit 23-09-17)

Monochroa palustrellus (Woolpit 23-09-17)

 

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2 Responses to Monochroa palustrellus

  1. Raymond Watson says:

    It is surprising what turns up at the end of the summer if the weather warms up. Hope you are still running the trap as the nights at the moment are quite exceptional for the time of year for unexpected species.

  2. paulb says:

    Yep, still running and still hoping for a Delicate or Four-spotted Footman to add to the garden list :-)

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