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Mint Moth

Pyrausta aurata

Description:

A tiny little moth seen in the garden in Stafford, England. Very small, only about the size of a UK penny (1 - 1.5cm), but very pretty with striking red, yellow and brown colouring.

Habitat:

Garden

Notes:

Apparently it is also known as a Small Purple and Gold.

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Chris79
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Chris79

England, United Kingdom

Spotted on Jun 13, 2021
Submitted on Jun 17, 2021

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