Noctuid Collection

White prominent moth (Leucodonta bicoloria) County Kerry, Ireland

Sycamore moth (Acronicta aceris) caterpillar. Surrey, England, UK, September

Jersey tiger moth (Euplagia quadripunctaria) with less common yellow colour variation feeding on ragwort, Lewisham, London, UK, August

White witch moth (Thysania agrippina) camouflaged against bark of tree. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

Garden tiger moth (Arctia caja) Killard Point NNR, Ballyhornan, County Down, Northern Ireland.July

Merveille-du-Jour moth (Dichonia aprilina), camouflaged on lichen. The National Forest, Leicestershire, UK. September

Detail of White Witch Moth (Thysania agrippina) in cloud forest, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

Yellow-tail moth (Euproctis similis) on a leaf, Montiaghs Moss National Nature Reserve, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. July

Sallow kitten moth (Furcula furcula), Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August. Focus stacke image

Sword-grass moth (Xylena exsoleta) caterpillar on Field gladiolus (Gladiolus italicus). Cyprus. April

Buff tip moth (Phalera bucephala) caterpillars feeding on leaf, Meeth Quarry, Devon, UK. July

Garden tiger moth (Arctica caja) close up of patterns on wings, England, UK, July

Herald moth (Scoliopteryx libatrix) camouflaged in leaf litter, Gosford Forest Park, Co. Armagh, Northern Ireland. September

Great tiger moth (Arctia caja americana) Lac-Drolet, province, Quebec, Canada November

Clearwing moth (Cosmosoma teuthras) photographed on a white background in mobile field studio, Cordillera de Talamanca mountain range, Caribbean Slopes, Costa Rica

Noctuiid moth (Panthea coenobita) resting on bark. Ostretin, Pardubice, Czech Republic. April

Nine-spotted moth (Amata phegea) feeding from a Mountain arnica flower (Arnica montana) Triglav National Park, Julian Alps, Slovenia. July

Puss Moth (Cerura vinula), showing antennae, Derbyshire, UK. May

Large yellow underwing moth (Noctua pronuba), one of main species hunted by Grey long-eared bat (Plecotus austriacus), taking flight over meadow at night, South West England. September

Beautiful hook-tip moth (Laspeyria flexula). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. June. Focus stacked image

Scarce Merveille du Jour moth (Moma alpium) camouflaged against lichen, Beetzseeheide, Germany, March

Nine-spotted moth (Syntomis phegea) on grass flower head, Peerdsbos, Brasschaat, Belgium. June

Angle shades moth (Phlogophora meticulosa) nectaring on Ivy (Hedera helix) at night. Surrey, England, UK. October

Silver Y moth (Autographa gamma) nectaring on Evening primrose (Oenothera glazioviana) with proboscis extended. At night in garden. Surrey, England, UK. August

Red-legged bumble-moth (Homoeocera gigantea) on Lichen covered tree trunk. Costa Rica

Silver Y moth (Autographa gamma) nectaring on Lily (Lilium Stargazer ). Surrey, England, UK. August

Ruby tiger moth (Phragmatobia fuliginosa) on fern, Sheffield, England, UK, August

Painted lichen moth (Hypoprepia fucosa) on autumn leaf, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, USA September

Implicit arches moth (Lacinipolia implicata) on white background, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, USA October

Frosted Orange moth wing (Gortyna flavago). The National Forest, Leicestershire, UK. September

Close up of wing of Merveille-du-Jour moth (Dichonia aprilina), with scales clearly visible. This species is well camouflaged against lichen. Leicestershire, UK. September

Puss moth (Cerura vinula) near Lough Bunny, County Clare, Ireland. April. Small repro only

Small Yellow Underwing moth (Panemeria tenebrata) on stitchwort (Stellaria) South Karelia, southern Finland, June

Barred Sallow (Tiliacea aurago) adult, roosting on Silver Birch (Betula pendula) leaf, Leicestershire, England, September

The Saxon (Hyppa rectilinea) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Italy, July

Sycamore Moth (Acronicta aceris) adult, resting on fencepost, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, July

Six-striped Rustic (Xestia sexstrigata) adult, resting on moss, Powys, Wales, July

Smoky Wainscot (Mythimna impura) adult, resting on fern leaf, Powys, Wales, July

Burnet Companion Moth (Euclidia glyphica) adult female, underside, resting on grass, Leicestershire, England, June

Star-wort Moth (Cucullia asteris) adult, resting on bark, Cley-next-the-sea, Norfolk, England, July

Dotted Rustic (Rhyacia simulans) adult, resting on leaf, Norfolk, England, July

Blossom Underwing (Orthosia miniosa) adult, resting on leaf, Norfolk, England, April

Lead-coloured Drab (Orthosia populeti) adult, resting on tree trunk, Norfolk, England, April

Poplar Grey Moth (Acronicta megacephala) adult, resting on bark, Oxfordshire, England, July

Rosy Minor (Mesoligia literosa) adult, resting on bark, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, August

Old Lady Moth (Mormo maura) adult, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, September

Merveille-du-Jour (Dichonia aprilina) adult, resting on oak leaf, Oxfordshire, England, May

Silver Y (Autographa gamma) adult, resting on twig, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, September

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"Noctuid: A Fascinating World of Moths" Enter the enchanting realm of the noctuids, a diverse family of moths that captivate with their beauty and intriguing behavior. In County Kerry, Ireland, a white prominent moth gracefully flutters its wings against the backdrop of an idyllic landscape. Meanwhile, in Surrey, England, a sycamore moth caterpillar showcases its vibrant colors as it navigates through September's foliage. Witness nature's artistic palette unfold as the Jersey tiger moth surprises us with its uncommon yellow hue. Its striking appearance stands out amidst the lush surroundings of Euplagia quadripunctaria's habitat. On the other hand, Thysania agrippina expertly camouflages itself against tree bark in Manu Biosphere Reserve—a true master of disguise. Venturing to Northern Ireland's Killard Point NNR reveals another marvel—the garden tiger moth—displaying intricate patterns on its wings like an artist's brushstrokes. The Merveille-du-Jour moth takes camouflage to new heights by blending seamlessly into lichen within The National Forest. In Montiaghs Moss National Nature Reserve, we encounter the delicate beauty of a yellow-tail moth perched upon a leaf—an exquisite sight that epitomizes summer days in County Antrim. Journeying to Derbyshire's Peak District National Park unveils Furcula furcula or the sallow kitten moth—a creature whose presence adds charm to August landscapes. The sword-grass moth caterpillar finds solace atop Field gladiolus petals (Gladiolus italicus), showcasing nature’s harmonious coexistence between flora and fauna. Meeth Quarry in Devon becomes home to Phalera bucephala caterpillars feasting on leaves—a testament to life cycles intertwining effortlessly. As we delve deeper into this captivating world, our gaze falls upon Arctica caja—the garden tiger moth once again.