Bernwood Forest, Bucks

Three hours with a couple of MV lights in different areas of Bernwood last night produced only 24 species but at least there were loads of moths.  As expected, the highest totals were provided by the Novembers (161) and Feathered Thorn (44) with the only other species to get into double digits being Red-green Carpet and Figure of Eight.  One Vestal was the solitary migrant, a single smart Mottled Umber was a sign that winter is nearly here, while late examples of Willow Beauty and Buff Footman were perhaps worthy of note. 

Mottled Umber, Bernwood 24th October

Buff Footman, Bernwood 24th October

Dave Wilton
Westcott, Bucks