Family: Noctuidae       Sub-family: Cuculliinae 2232     *     Black Rustic     *     Aporophyla nigra Widespread, locally common Wingspan: 40-46mm. Flight time: September-October Habitat: Open grassy areas, heaths, verges, gardens, woodland rides Larval food plants include Heather, Dock, clover, grasses

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