Dotted Chestnut

Somerset has long been a stronghold for this beautiful moth, traditionally scarce nationally but currently expanding its range northwards.&nbsp; That said, although the moth is widespread here, it is invariably found in low numbers.

The Chestnut

Widespread and fairly common across the county, perhaps under-recorded as its flight time falls outside the traditional light-trapping period - the adult moths emerge in autumn, hibernate as adults, and then fly again in early spring.&nbsp; Variable in coloration and the strength of its markings, with those adults that have overwintered often being fairly worn.

Dark Chestnut

Widespread across the county in low numbers, and scarcer than the confusion species, Chestnut <i>Conistra vaccinii</i>.&nbsp; The late-and-early flight period means that it is probably under-recorded.

Dark Chestnut

Conistra ligula