Large Yellow Underwing - Noctua pronuba

Wingspan 45-55 mm. It exhibits a wide range of colour forms and patterns, although the yellow hindwings bordered with black remain pretty constant.

It occupies a range of habitats.

It flies from July to September and is freely attracted to light; often hundreds arriving at the moth-trap in peak season.

Caterpillars feed on a variety of herbaceous plants and grasses.

Abundant throughout Britain. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as common.

Very common and often abundant in Leicestershire and Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = A (common and resident)