73.159 BF2331 – Small Clouded Brindle – Noctuidae – Apamea unanimis
Small Clouded Brindle – Noctuidae – Xyleninae – Apamea unanimis – colour code •
STATUS – A resident that, although widely distributed, it is generally uncommon in Derbyshire. Recorded in very small numbers across the county, including the high northern Peak District.
ID POINTERS – Small size of the moth and the kidney mark always outlined in white, more so on the outer edge are the main distinguishing features. The ground colour can be variable – pale or dark brown; reddish-brown or olive-brown. Marbled with paler and or darker markings. There are two basal streaks one at the basal area and one at the trailing edge of the forewing.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing June – August.
IMAGES – Edale, Hope Valley, Derbyshire – Ashlin Bower©
Small Clouded Brindle.
