The Lappet

Previously widespread across Kent, in line with the national trend, this species' range has contracted significantly since the 1980s.  It can now be found in very few locations across Kent but the Isle of Grain seems to be a reasonably safe bet.  Superficially similar to <a href="https://kent-moths.vercel.app/species/euthrix-potatoria">The Drinker</a>, Lappet has a scalloped edges to the wings and no white spots on the forewing.

The Drinker

A common moth throughout Kent, but always likely to be more abundant at the coast.  This is a large and distinctive species, and the larvae are frequently found by day.

Small Lappet

Not known in Kent and presumed extinct in the rest of the UK.  It was previously only found in North Somerset up towards Yorkshire but with a very much western tendency.  Perhaps one which could re-colonise from the near continent...

Kent Moth Group

Small Lappet

Phyllodesma ilicifolia

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