Moth ID

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David M
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Moth ID

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Been sent this image of a moth spotted in London.

Anyone any ideas?

Thanks.
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Allan.W.
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Re: Moth ID

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Looks like Red Underwing (catocala nupta ) . Allan.W.
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aeshna5
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Re: Moth ID

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Agree, Red Underwing.
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David M
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Re: Moth ID

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Thanks Allan/aeshna,

These darn moths will insist on settling with forewings obscuring hindwings!! :(
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