Moths for ID

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traplican
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Moths for ID

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Last Saturday I have snapped this moth and identification of one is a problem for me. It resembles Ostrinia palustralis a piece but I see also some differences. Has anybody an idea?

Can anybody help me with this moth?
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Re: Moths for ID

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The first moth is either Lythria cruentaria or L. purpuraria. The antennae rule out the Ostrinia immediately.

The second moth is much more difficult. Theoretically it could be the same, but I'm much more inclined towards Ematurga atomaria. Considering the picture, it could be something else as well. The antennae are again a good clue.
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Re: Moths for ID

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Thanks, JKT, I have written the legend "Lythria cruentaria"
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