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JohnR
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Unknown micro

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Could this be Dyseriocrania subpurpurella (Common Oak Purple)? I couldn’t detect any purple spots on it whatsoever but it was more iridescent than photos show. Basically shining bronze and the paler patches were golden yellow.

Cheers John
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stevehind
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Re: Unknown micro

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Yes it will be John, I had one yesterday off an oak branch which was worn like yours.
Regards
Steve
JohnR
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Re: Unknown micro

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Thanks again Steve.
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