December Moth

Distributed throughout most of Kent, this moth is a late season flyer with records from late October into early January.  One of numerous moths with a month in their name, 7/12 months have their names attached to a moth species.  At the time of year it is encountered this moth cannot really be mistaken for anything else - a chunky, furry moth that gets the pulse racing when it pings into a trap when out mobile trapping.  It is also the consolation prize for moth-ers out looking for Plumed Prominent!

Frosted Green

A local species in Kent, found mostly in ancient Oak woodland to the West of Ashford. This is an early spring species, flying in March and April, which may explain the lack of data on this species from mobile trapping.  Fairly distinctive with a green tinge to the wings and obvious tufted 'ears' on top of the head.  It is superficially similar to some of the Lutestrings, but the aforementioned criteria should clear up any confusion.

Yellow Horned

Although this is a common species, it is certainly not possible to encounter it in all areas across Kent.  An early season species, flying between February and April.  It is largely absent from the Weald and most of the North Kent coast, but is a woodland specialist and so has pockets of density in suitable habitat. 

This species is pretty distinctive, particularly if the antennae are seen which are actually orange but give the moth its name.

Kent Moth Group

Yellow Horned

Achlya flavicornis

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