The Carmarthenshire Moth Group would like your help.
We are looking for records for the day-flying Forester moth (Adscita statices).
It is a Priority Species of Conservation Concern and, although there is suitable damp grassland habitat for it in Carmarthenshire, we have received few records since 2000.
Forester moths (12–15 mm) fly in sunshine from mid-May to July and are often found on flowers, such as those of Devil’s-bit Scabious, Ragged Robin, clovers and others.
The larvae initially mine leaves of Common Sorrel and Sheep’s Sorrel and then feed externally on lower leaves until May, when they pupate in a cocoon amongst vegetation near the ground.
If you see this moth please get in touch. If possible take a photo and give the name of the site and date.
If possible, record the grid reference (UK Grid Reference Finder – http://gridreferencefinder.com can help you do this).
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