Moths | Scunthorpe And Brigg

A Large Skipper Ochlodes sylvanus resting in typical form with its hindwings flat and forewings raised giving it a mothlike look. Its antennae are slightly hooked, unlike other Butterflies.

A regular migrant to Britain, the Silver Y (Autographa gamma). They can breed here but winter survival would be very rare.

A Mullein moth caterpillar seen on Water Figwort, one of its foodplants. A very striking caterpillar which attracts lots of attention.

Magpie moth Abraxus grossulariata
One of many moths that can match the butterflies for their spectacular appearance it can be found in many areas such as gardens, woodland and scrub. Foodplants include Hazel, Hawthorn, Privet, Spindle and Bramble.

Magpie moth Abraxus grossulariata
One of many moths that can match the butterflies for their spectacular appearance it can be found in many areas such as gardens, woodland and scrub. Foodplants include Hazel, Hawthorn, Privet, Spindle and Bramble.

Clouded Border Lomaspilis marginata

Normally night flying, this striking moth can often be disturbed during daylight.

It feeds on Sallow and Willows, among other trees, which are plentiful on the Messingham reserve.

Magpie moth Abraxus grossulariata One of many moths that can match the butterflies for their spectacular appearance it can be found in many areas such as gardens, woodland and scrub. Foodplants include Hazel, Hawthorn, Privet, Spindle and Bramble. ​

Clouded Border Lomaspilis marginata

Normally night flying, this striking moth can often be disturbed during daylight.

It feeds on Sallow and Willows, among other trees, which are plentiful on the Messingham reserve.

Magpie moth Abraxus grossulariata
One of many moths that can match the butterflies for their spectacular appearance it can be found in many areas such as gardens, woodland and scrub. Foodplants include Hazel, Hawthorn, Privet, Spindle and Bramble.