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Euplexia lucipara
As the common name suggests, this species is closely related to the angle shades (Phlogophora meticulosa), and is considerably smaller (wingspan 30–35 mm), but does not especially resemble that species. The forewings are dark brown with a broad, pale subterminal band, wider and paler towards the costa. The hindwings are whitish at the base, graduating to brown at the margins. This species flies at night in June and July, with a second generation sometimes emerging in September . It is attracted to light and sugar. The larvae often feed on ferns and the species is usually associated with these plants, but it has been recorded feeding on a range of other plants (see list below). The species overwinters as pupae.
Common and widespread over most of the Europe, occupying woodland, parkland and suburban habitats.
Spotted in river Homem félinhos beach,in a public lamp
Ian is correct, Euplexia lucipara. Got to it a couple days before me. :-)
Yes jemma,these patterns are amazing i'am going to follow your tip and crop some of the photos and if the result is good i'll add the photo in the series :-)
These are great colors too! Photographing moths and spiders has an element of surprise to it. You never know what patterns and colors show up!!
Spotted on Jul 23, 2013
Submitted on Jul 24, 2013
