Nut-Tree Tussock Moth

Nut-Tree Tussock Moth - Colocasia coryli Colocasia coryli
 
Wingspan: Up to 1.4" (3.5 cm)
Colour: Grey / brown
Appearing: April - September
Family: Noctuidae
Nut-Tree Tussock Moth    

This moth is fairly easy to recognise by the division of the colour of its wings - lighter on the outer half. It also has eye-like markings with a dark centre.

It is found in deciduous woodland, especially with hazel and birch.


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