Family: Noctuidae       Sub-family: Amphipyrinae 2330     *     Dusky Brocade     *     Apamea remissa Widespread, common Wingspan: 36-42mm. Very variable Flight time: June-July Habitat: Grassy areas including gardens and open woodlands Larvae feed on the flowers, seeds and leaves of various grasses including Couch and Reed Canary-grass

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