The "Angle Shades" (Phlogophora meticulosa) moth

Wingspan 45-50 mm.

A highly distinctive and unusual moth, which usually rests with the wings folded longitudinally, looking very much like a withered autumn leaf.

The adults generally fly between May and October but can be found in any month.

The species is also a common migrant and can occur in large numbers at coastal locations. It occurs throughout Britain, commonly in places, and more so in the south.

The larvae feed on a variety of herbaceous plants.

Photo by Mark Beaumont