Macrothylacia rubi
Irish status: Widespread
Fox Moth - Fox moths fly from May to July. They prefer open woodlands and feed on the likes of Bramble, Heather and Bilberry. The female like this one will only fly at night whereas the male will take to the air during daylight hours. Greaghnafarna Co. Leitrim.
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