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Mint Moth

Pyrausta aurata

Photo by craigwilliams
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Field Notes

Description:

I guess this is a day flying micro moth. It was very flighty and this was the only shot I managed to get of it, hence poor quality.

Reference Links:

Pyrausta aurata - UKMoths

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Comments (2)
craigwilliams
Thank you very much Small Wonders, I think you nailed it!

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PublishedFebruary 14, 2012

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