The serotine is one of the first bats to appear at night and can be seen around lamp posts chasing moths, or at treetop height. It likes to roost and hibernate in old buildings in the south of the…

These pretty black and red moths are often confused for butterflies! Their black and yellow caterpillars are a common sight on ragwort plants. The caterpillar’s bright colours warn predators not…

The jersey tiger moth is a beautiful moth with creamy white strips on its forewing and bold orange underwings. It is mainly found in the south.

This unmistakeable moth, famous for its skull-shaped marking, is a rare visitor to the UK.

This large, fluffy-legged moth is often attracted to lights in May and June.

This striking day-flying moth is named after a 16th century witch.

This birch-loving moth can be seen flying on sunny days in early spring.

This large green moth rests with its wings spread, so is sometimes mistaken for a butterfly.

This sooty-black, day-flying moth is active on sunny days, rarely settling in one place for long.

A common moth across most of the UK. The large, hairy caterpillars are often seen in late summer.

The caterpillars of this fluffy white moth are best admired from a distance, as their hairs can irritate the skin.