Small russet-coloured moth with spots

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Farfalla
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Small russet-coloured moth with spots

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I saw this pretty moth when I was doing my butterfly count today. I'd love to know what it is - I can never find them in my books, even though they're usually in there!
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There was also this browner individual nearby:
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Neil Hulme
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Re: Small russet-coloured moth with spots

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Hi Farfalla,
That's Pyrausta aurata.
BWs, Neil
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