Pyralidae: Pyraustinae

06604 Pyrausta aurata, (Scopoli, 1763)

BF1361 (ABH63.006)

Dobarsko, Rila Mtns., 29th July 2017. Light trap.
Dobarsko, Rila Mtns., 29th July 2017. Light trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
Dobarsko, Rila Mtns., 29th July 2017. Light trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
 2010-2016
 2017
 2018
 2019

General Information

This species is often confused with P.purpuralis. The arrangement of the postmedian markings on the forewing to form one main golden blotch near the costa is diagnostic.

Flies during the day

Wingspan: 18-20 mm.
Foodplant(s): mints (Mentha spp.)
Flying: Two generations, May-June and August
National status:

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Melnik, SW Bulgaria. 3rd Aug. 2017. Light trap.
Melnik, SW Bulgaria. 3rd Aug. 2017. Light trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies