Somerset Moths

    Micropterix calthella

    Plain Gold

    MicropterigidaeABH 1.005 B&F 5

    Widespread, common, often locally abundant, in the flower-heads of buttercups.

    Adult Verification Grade: 2

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    Plain Gold (Micropterix calthella) photographed in Somerset by John Bebbington
    Plain Gold (Micropterix calthella) photographed in Somerset by Jenny Vickers