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The Chestnut

Conistra vaccinii

Taken on 31st October 2008, Lincoln UK. Wingspan 28-36mm, flying from September to May in mild spells. Similar to 'The Brick' but with more rounded wing shape.

by wallaby1 Nov 6, 2008 10:41 PM

The flash shows it's delicate pattern. Larvae feed on a variety of trees such as Birch and Oak.

by wallaby1 Nov 6, 2008 10:44 PM

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Order

Lepidoptera

Family

Noctuidae

Genus

Conistra

Species

vaccinii

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