Thursday 1 August 2024

Caloptilia query

 I think this has to be Caloptilia rufipennella, but would appreciate confirmation or otherwise as I haven't managed to find any other images with such striking lilac hues.



Also on a violet theme, this (I assume) Argyresthia albistria  is also more strongly marked than anything I can find elsewhere. Perhaps my camera is over-saturating violet!?



Phil T

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  1. Dave Wilton2 August 2024 at 21:50

    Hi Phil,
    I'd agree with both IDs. The Caloptilia has to be rufipennella with those mottled chocolate-brown femurs.

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  2. Phil Tizzard3 August 2024 at 09:44

    Thanks Dave,
    Phil

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