73.175 BF2338

Rufous Minor Oligia versicolor

(Borkhausen, 1792)

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Wingspan 22 to 28mm.

This is one three moths which look very similar and its identity should only be confirmed by dissection. The wings of this species can have a reddish tinge.

It is found flying in mid June to mid July and comes to light.

The species has a wide distribution in Britain, with some records from Ireland.