73.097 BF2382 – The Rustic – Noctuidae – Hoplodrina blanda
The Rustic – Noctuidae – Xyleninae – Hoplodrina blanda – colour code •
STATUS – A resident that is widely distributed in Derbyshire, but generally uncommon in comparison to it’s close relative the Uncertain. Has been recorded in all areas of the county.
ID POINTERS – Very similar to the Uncertain. More variable in colour than Uncertain ranging from dark grey-brown to pale silvery grey-brown. The central cross-line is often faded or even absent. Hindwing generally whitish
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing June – mid – August.
IMAGES – Findern, Derbyshire – Brian Hallam©
The Rustic