Chinese Character
B&F 1651 RES 65.007
DistributionPhenologyReporting RatePhotos
Common and widespread throughout Kent, this diminutive moth is intricately marked and always a pleasure to see.
Given our proximity to the continent, one to watch out for is Cilix hispanica which is an altogether cleaner, whiter moth. Notably, on hispanica the 'Chinese character' mark is against a white background, whereas in (our) Chinese Character, that mark is illuminated by a dark background. C. hispanica also lacks such a dark mark on top of the head, but otherwise could easily be overlooked. See Lepiforum for more images.
Grade 1 — adults are generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species, but records outside documented range or flight period may require photos.
Distribution Map
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Phenology
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Reporting Rate
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Photo Gallery
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