Family: Noctuidae       Sub-family: Noctuinae 2123     *     Small Square-spot     *     Diarsia rubi Widespread, common Wingspan: 28-33mm Flight time: Two generations, May-September Habitat: Gardens, damp woodlands, marshy areas Larvae feed on various herbaceous plants including Foxglove, Docks, Dandelions and heathers Similar: Square-spot Rustic and dark forms of Ingrailed Clay

Photographs: Ballingeary, Co. Cork, SW Ireland. August 2010