THE LYCHNIS, named after the lychnis and campion plants favoured by the caterpillar. Wingspan 30-40mm; UK flight Jun-Sep.
Hadena bicruris
DINGY SHELL, not dingy with its golden highlights; keeps its wings erect.
Wingspan 23-25mm; UK flight Jun-Jul.
Euchoeca nebulata
DINGY SHEARS, also not so dingy.
Wingspan 32-42mm; UK flight Jun-Jul.
Enargia ypsillon