Silver Cloud

    Egira conspicillaris

    NoctuidaeABH 73.251 B&F 2181

    Somerset is a former national stronghold for this moth, but it has badly declined in the county.  It has disappeared from around Taunton and Bridgwater, and the most recent records from the Quantocks and around Minehead date to 2014/15.  It's still possible small populations exist, especially as the moth's early flight time may make it a difficult species to detect.

    Adult Verification Grade: 1