Opisthograptis luteolata - Brimstone Moth

Roscadghill Parc Wildlife

Brimstone Moth
Opisthograptis luteolata
- adult / top view 1

Brimstone Moth
Opisthograptis luteolata
- adult / top view 2

Brimstone Moth
Opisthograptis luteolata
- adult / top view 3

Brimstone Moth
Opisthograptis luteolata
- adult / top view 4

Brimstone Moth
Opisthograptis luteolata
- adult / side view 1

This species was caught using a Skinner moth trap with a 125W Mercury Vapour bulb, but may also be seen during the day. 06.08.12.

The majority of moths are caught and released straight away. A selection are kept for the purposes of identification, recording and photography, and are released soon after.

All photographs on this page were taken at Roscadghill Parc and are © David Fenwick.

Roscadghill Parc is a small housing estate situated in Heamoor, Penzance, Cornwall.

Opisthograptis luteolata Brimstone Moth Images from Roscadghill Parc