Moths at Rosenannon Downs (Copper Underwing agg)

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A Copper Underwing agg, attracted to light last night. This individual represents the best chance, without resorting to dissection, of a Svensson’s Copper Underwing (Amphipyra berera svenssoni) to date at the site.

Labial palps, dark with pale tips.IMG_1235

Compare with presumed A.pyramidea below from The Downs.

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No pale yellow, or contrast to the underside of hindwing, terminal area.

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Compare with presumed A. pyramidea from The Downs below.

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