Noctuidae Collection (#3)

Archers Dart (Agrotis vestigialis) adult, resting on leaf, Norfolk, England, August

Cousin German (Protolampra sobrina) adult, resting on fallen leaf, Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire, England, October

Coronet Moth (Craniophora ligustri) adult, resting on bark, Oxfordshire, England, July

Broom Moth (Melanchra pisi) adult, resting on twig, Oxfordshire, England, September

Broom Moth (Melanchra pisi) adult, resting on tree bark, Powys, Wales, July

Marbled Beauty (Cryphia domestica) adult, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, August

Dark Arches (Apamea monoglypha) adult, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, July

Light Arches (Apamea lithoxylaea) adult, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, July

Antler Moth (Cerapteryx graminis) adult, resting on flowering heather, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, August

Small Angle Shades (Euplexia lucipara) caterpillar, on Bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) frond in ancient woodland, Gelli Hir Wood Nature Reserve, Gower Peninsula, West Glamorgan, South Wales, August

Angle Shades (Phlogophora meticulosa) caterpillar, close-up of head, crawling down stem in garden, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, November

Pearly Underwing (Peridroma saucia) adult, resting on leaf, Norfolk, England, October

Nut-tree Tussock (Colocasia coryli) adult, resting on leaf, Norfolk, England, August

Sycamore Moth (Acronicta aceris) dark grey form, adult, camouflaged on bark, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, August

Specious Tiger Moth (Asota speciosa) adult, resting on tree trunk, Kafue N. P. Zambia, September
Specious Tiger Moth (Asota speciosa) adult, resting on tree trunk, Kafue N.P. Zambia, September

Flame shoulder moth C016 / 2211
Flame shoulder moth (Ochropleura plecta). This moth is found throughout Europe. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Eastern alchymist moth C016 / 2070
Eastern alchymist moth. The Eastern alchymist (Aedia leucomelas) is found throughout large parts of the world, ranging from Europe all over Asia and up to Japan. Its wingspan can reach up to 35mm

Beautiful yellow underwing caterpillar. Caterpillar of the beautiful yellow underwing (Anarta myrtilli) moth. This moth is found throughout most of Europe. The caterpillars feed on heather plants

Silver Y moth amongst dry leaves
Silver Y moth (Autographa gamma) camouflaged amongst dry leaves. This species is named for the silvery Y-shaped mark on each of its forewings

Owlet moth. View of the upper side of an owlet moth (family Noctuidae). This specimen was found on the Solomon Islands

Owlet moth C016 / 2296
Owlet moth. View of the upperside of a Thysanoplusia daubei owlet moth (family Noctuidae). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Thysania agrippina, white witch
Caterpillar, cocoon and adults of a white witch moth (Thysania agrippina). Plate 20 from Metamorphosis Insectorum (1705) by Maria Sybilla Merian (1647-1717)

Moths of the family Notodontidae
Mounted specimens of the swallow prominent, coxcomb prominent, pale prominent, small chocolate-tip, figure of eight, pine processionary, and oak processionary moths

Agrotidae, moths and caterpillars
Plate 35, an illustration of a variety of moths and caterpillars from European Butterflies & Moths by William Forsell Kirby (1844-1912), 1882

Heart and Dart (Agrotis exclamationis) adult, resting on bark, Thursley Common National Nature Reserve, Surrey, England, June

Angle Shades (Phlogophora meticulosa) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Lincolnshire, England, May

Toadflax Brocade Moth (Calophasia lunula) adult, resting on rose leaves with raindrops in garden, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, May

Burnet Companion Moth (Euclidia glyphica) adult, resting on grass in mountain meadow, Valle de Hecho, Pyrenees, Spain, June

Cabbage Moth (Mamestra brassicae) adult, resting on bark, Powys, Wales, May

Silver Y (Autographa gamma) adult, roosting on Hoary Plantain (Plantago media) seedhead, Pembrey Country Park, Carmarthenshire, South Wales, July

Small Yellow Underwing (Panemeria tenebrata) adult, resting on grass in meadow, Powys, Wales, May

Lunar Underwing (Omphaloscelis lunosa) adult, resting on leaf, Essex, England

Common Rustic (Mesapamea secalis) adult, resting on leaf, Essex, England

Orache Moth (Trachea atriplicis) adult, resting on decaying leaf, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Double Line Moth (Mythimna turca) adult, resting on log, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Lesser Yellow Underwing (Noctua comes) adult, resting on leaf, Essex, England

Snout Moth (Hypena proboscidalis) adult, resting on nettle leaf, larval foodplant, Powys, Wales, june

White-point Moth (Mythimna albipuncta) adult, resting on leaf, Essex, England

Cloaked Minor (Mesoligia furuncula) adult, resting on leaf, Norfolk, England, august

Beautiful Brocade (Lacanobia contigua) adult, resting on moss, Powys, Wales, june

Brown-line Bright- eyed Moth (Leucania conigera) Close-up / larva on plant

Sword-grass Moth (Xylena exsoleta) larva, feeding on Squill (Scilla sp. ) ripening seeds, near Minerve, Herault
Sword-grass Moth (Xylena exsoleta) larva, feeding on Squill (Scilla sp.) ripening seeds, near Minerve, Herault, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, may

Lunar-spotted Pinion (Cosmia pyralina) adult, resting on twig, Essex, England, july

Middle-barred Minor (Oligia fasciuncula) adult, feeding on Chive (Allium schoenoprasum) flowers in garden, Powys, Wales, june

Straw Underwing (Thalpophila matura) adult, resting on leaf, Essex, England

Feathered Ranunculus (Polymixis lichenea lichenea) adult, camouflaged, Essex, England

Green Angle Shades (Phlogophora scita) adult male, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Moth - Antler (Cerapteryx graminis) on white flower

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"Noctuidae: A World of Butterflies and Moths" Step into the enchanting world of Noctuidae, a diverse family of butterflies and moths that captivate with their intricate patterns and fascinating behaviors. From Plate 19 of "Butterflies and Moths, " we are introduced to the mesmerizing realm of Noctuae. In Plate 18, we encounter Caradrinidae, another nocturnal group within this family. These creatures, shrouded in darkness, reveal their hidden beauty under the moonlit sky. Witness the surrealist transformation as the Sycamore moth caterpillar emerges in Surrey, England during September. Its vibrant colors blend seamlessly with nature's canvas, showcasing its remarkable ability to camouflage against tree bark in Manu Biosphere Reserve. The Merveille-du-Jour moth takes camouflage to new heights by blending effortlessly with lichen in The National Forest. Dichonia aprilina showcases similar mastery over disguise as it hides amidst lichen-covered branches. A chromolithograph from 1892 unveils a kaleidoscope of various butterfly species including Sesiidae, Zygaenidae, Noctuidae, and Erebidae. This artistic representation reminds us of the rich diversity found within this captivating family. Marvel at nature's ingenuity as Sword-grass moth caterpillars find solace on Field gladiolus leaves while Herald moths skillfully conceal themselves among leaf litter in Gosford Forest Park. Panthea coenobita rests gracefully on bark in Ostretin while Agrochola circellaris blends perfectly on fallen oak leaves at Annagarriff Wood NNR. Venturing beyond borders brings us to Vobbia where Lasiocampa trifolii caterpillars roam freely across Italy's landscapes. Meanwhile, Grey long-eared bats embark on nocturnal hunts for one of their main prey - the Large yellow underwing moth - in South West England.