Butterflies & Moths in Durham

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The 10 most common butterflies and moths in Durham are:

1. Large Yellow Underwing (Noctua pronuba)
2. Speckled Wood (Pararge aegeria)
3. European Peacock Butterfly (Aglais io)
4. Garden Grass-veneer (Chrysoteuchia culmella)
5. Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)
6. Dark Arches (Apamea monoglypha)
7. Meadow Brown (Maniola jurtina)
8. Light Brown Apple Moth (Epiphyas postvittana)
9. Small Tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae)
10. Lesser Yellow Underwing (Noctua comes)

What is the most observed butterflies and moth in Durham?

The most observed butterflies and moth in Durham is Large Yellow Underwing (Noctua pronuba), with 431 recorded observations.