Ruby Tiger moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa)

 Moths  Erebidae 

19 May 2021 Park 

19 May 2021 Park 

72.024 BF2064

The English name of this moth is most appropriate for those found in southern England.  In northern England and Ireland, the forewings are darker with some blackish tints on the hindwings.  One or two small spots are present on the forewings, these can be connected forming a crescent.

Can be found in flight by day, particularly in sunshine.  Mating sometimes occurs in mid-afternoon. Also flies from dusk and into the night.

(Butterfly Conservation )

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