Warmer but wet = fewer moths it seems

Last night was a little warmer than recently, no lower than 15 degrees C, so I was hopeful of a reasonable catch. However, it rained for a while and contrary to expectations this seems to have depressed the numbers (and the moths probably) and I caught just 53 moths of 30 species.

There was just one species which was new for the garden, an attractive tortrix Eudemis profundana. 

Eudemis profundana

It is an oak specialist, and is described as widespread and fairly common.

The only other moth which was new, this time for the year, was Maple Pug. This particular individual was at the upper end of the size range for the species.

Maple Pug

I am prepared to admit that this is not a very attractive moth.

To redress the balance here are two very nice looking moths, which were both seconds for the year. My last Sallow Kitten was back in early May, so this one must relate to a second generation.

Sallow Kitten

The second is September Thorn, and I've just realised that I haven't photographed it yet. The last one was on July 14. OK camera now charged, computer likewise, moth still available from trap, so here it is.

September Thorn

No species were particularly plentiful last night. Large Yellow Underwing, and Garden Grass Veneer led the way with six each, but an honourable mention should go to the three Ruby Tigers which were the second to fourth for the year.