73.180 BF2272 – Barred Sallow – Noctuidae – Tiliacea aurago
Barred Sallow – Noctuidae – Xyleninae – Tiliacea aurago – colour code •
STATUS – A resident that is uncommon and locally distributed in Derbyshire. Primarily associated with mature beech woodland and is scarce in the south of the county. Most numerous in the Derwent Valley.
ID POINTERS – Three broad cross bands across the forewing. The basal and outer bands are a pinkish-brown or purplish-brown. The central band is lemon yellow. There is a yellow spot at each wing tip and a wavy yellow line running through the outer cross band. Diagnostic features.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing September – October.
IMAGES – Melbourne, Derbyshire – Tony Davison©
Barred Sallow.
