73.361 BF2128 – Double Square-spot – Noctuidae – Xestia triangulum
Double Square-spot – Noctuidae – Noctuinae – Xestia triangulum – colour code •
STATUS – A resident species that is locally distributed and generally uncommon in Derbyshire. A woodland species that occurs in all areas of the county. Recorded most often from the southern Trent Valley area.
ID POINTERS – The moth has a broad forewing that is generally a greyish brown. It can have pinkish and greyish flushes to it. Markings similar to Triple-spotted Clay.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing June – August.
IMAGES – Melbourne Derbyshire – Tony Davison©
June 2014
Double Square-spot
