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six spotted Burnet Moth

Zygaena filipendulae

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Field Notes

Description:

One of the most common diurnal moths in Britain. On the wing from June to August and favours knapweed and Thistles in meadows and coastal areas. wingspan 30-38mm.

Habitat:

seen at Old Moor nature reserve in the Dearne valley.

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Comments (7)
Debbie Stewart
Thanks J! it is a great sight to see as they are a very striking moth, especially in sunlight :-) unfortunately they are only about for two months of the year and only in certain places but when you find them there are dozens all on one flower!
Jacob Gorneau
Magnificent, Debbie! It must be beautiful to see so many of these.

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PublishedJuly 23, 2013

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