Well, an insane Orthosia emergence has happened here locally, with no less than 124 individuals counted between this morning and when I returned back home from work, a clear record catch for March by a long shot!
Amongst 50 odd Common Quaker, which made up the bulk of the catch, there were some quality moths.
Engrailed was the single year tick, but certainly worth it. A nice large female specimen, a seldom seen moth in my garden and more likely to be encountered amongst preferred habitat.
A second Lead-coloured Drab record for 2026 was also most welcome.
I doubt I will top these numbers again!
The weather now goes a little chilly and wet at night, so a quiet period coming up.
Moth garden list for 2026 stands at 38 species
09/03/26 - Back Garden - Fordham - East Cambridgeshire - Actinic Trap
Macro Moths
Engrailed 1 [NFY]
Clouded Drab 12
Common Quaker 58
Double-striped Pug 2
Early Grey 4
Hebrew Character 15
Lead-coloured Drab 1
March Moth 14
Oak Beauty 5
Red Chestnut 1
Small Quaker 9
Micro Moths
Emmelina monodactyla 2
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| Twin-spotted Quaker |
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| Clouded Drab |
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| Clouded Drab Variation |
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| Engrailed |
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| Lead-coloured Drab |