Butterflies & Moths in Bedford

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common butterflies and moths in Bedford?

The 10 most common butterflies and moths in Bedford are:

1. Large Skipper (Ochlodes sylvanus)
2. Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)
3. Silver Υ (Autographa gamma)
4. Yellow-barred Longhorn (Nemophora degeerella)
5. Silver-ground Carpet (Xanthorhoe montanata)
6. Brown Silver-line (Petrophora chlorosata)
7. Green Longhorn Moth (Adela reaumurella)
8. European Comma (Polygonia c-album)
9. Common Carpet Moth (Epirrhoe alternata)
10. Small Skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris)

What is the most observed butterflies and moth in Bedford?

The most observed butterflies and moth in Bedford is Large Skipper (Ochlodes sylvanus), with 9 recorded observations.