Tuesday 30 April 2019

Pyrausta aurata?

I've always been slightly confused over aurata and purpuralis and hope I've got it right.
Picture of Pyrausta nigrata just because it's my first!




Steve Lockey   (Aston Rowant NNR)
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  1. Dave Wilton30 April 2019 at 19:11

    Hi Steve, that's a nice clear shot of Pyrausta purpuralis. With the wings open sufficiently wide (as in your picture) you can see the extra whitish-yellow area on the hindwing in addition to the more obvious band. Pyrausta aurata doesn't have that extra marking.

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  2. Steve Lockey30 April 2019 at 20:15

    Told you I was confused!. Thanks Dave I hope it sinks in this time.

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