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Pyrausta sanguinalis  (Linnaeus, 1767)

Flight period: In Ireland, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man; June. In former sites in NW England and Scotland; June and August.

Forewing:  7 to 8mm.

Habitat: Coastal sandhills, limestone downland and limestone pavement.

Larvae: July and September on Wild Thyme.