Hydriomena ruberata
Irish status: Common Locally
Ruddy Highflyer - this moth has quite a few variations of wing pattern. The flight time is May and June and they have a wingspan of around 35 mm. Attracted to light and fly from dusk. Recorded at Greaghnafarna Co. Leitrim in late May.
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