Clay Triple-lines

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mikew
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Clay Triple-lines

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Trapped last night in the garden.
I don't think the second generation is often found in the County.

Regards, Mike
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Greg
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Re: Clay Triple-lines

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Hi Mike

I think your moth is a Small Blood-vein, note the four black dots. Whereas the Clay Triple-lines only occasionally
have two white dots within the second cross line. Also the Clay's outer cross line is more scalloped whereas the
Blood-vein's is smoother. (pic below for comparison)
They are quite similar looking otherwise.

Regards
Greg
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mikew
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Re: Clay Triple-lines

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Hi Greg
You're right. The black dots are obvious!!
Regards, Mike
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