74.003 BF2077 – Short-cloaked Moth – Nolidae – Nola cucullatella
Short-cloaked Moth – Nolidae Nolinae – Nola cucullatella – colour code •
STATUS – A resident species in Derbyshire that is widely distributed and locally common. Although recorded from all areas, it is predominantly a lowland species, with largest densities in the southern lowlands of the county.
ID POINTERS – A small triangular shaped moth that could be over looked as a geometrid species. The moth gets its name from the dark greyish brown, sharply demarcated base to the forewings. Bordered with black and gives the appearance of a short cloaked effect when at rest.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing June – August.
IMAGES – Melbourne, South Derbyshire – Tony Davison©
Short-cloaked Moth
