The Cinnabar

Numbers seem to be declining, but
it can still be found right across the county.&nbsp;
Usually recorded as adults to light, but also flies by day, and the
distinctive larvae are easy to record, feeding on ragwort.&nbsp; Very variable in numbers from one year to the
next.

Scarlet Tiger

A moth that has expanded greatly since the turn of the century from its strongholds around Bristol and Bath.&nbsp; It can now be found across most of the county, appearing absent from Quantock and Exmoor away from the coast.&nbsp; The moth is attracted to light and also flies in the evening.&nbsp; The brightly-coloured larvae are frequently recorded in the spring, feeding on comfreys and related plants.

Jersey Tiger

Resident and possible immigrant. This species did not feature in Turner (1955) but has now colonised due to a huge range increase since the 1990s, spreading outwards from the Taunton area. The moth can now be met with across most of the county, though it is still scarce on Mendip and in Exmoor it can only be found near the coast.&nbsp; Flies during the day, when it nectars on various flowers, including Buddleia. Also attracted to light at night.

Jersey Tiger

Euplagia quadripunctaria