Noctuidae

Common Rustic

Mesapamea secalis

Attenborough, Nottinghamshire, England - July 2012

As can be seen from the individuals depicted on this page, Common Rustic is an extremely variable species.

Attenborough, Nottinghamshire, England - August 2012

It is found abundantly throughout England, Wales and lowland Scotland in a wide variety of grassy habitats where its larvae feed on a range of grasses, including cereal crops.

Attenborough, Nottinghamshire, England - August 2012

Attenborough, Nottinghamshire, England - August 2012

Attenborough, Nottinghamshire, England - August 2012