Obscure Wainscot

    Leucania obsoleta

    NoctuidaeABH 73.302 B&F 2204

    Mostly a reedbed and wetland insect, especially common on the Levels, particularly at Ham Wall.  Not restricted to this area, and occurs elsewhere in the county, with an exceptional record of 39 at Hurlstone Point in 2013.

    Adult Verification Grade: 2

    Obscure Wainscot (Leucania obsoleta) photographed in Somerset by Nigel Voaden
    Obscure Wainscot (Leucania obsoleta) photographed in Somerset by Steve Chapple