The Flame - Axylia putris

Wingspan 27-32 mm. The adults rest with the wings wrapped around the body and closely resemble a broken piece of twig.

It inhabits woodland fringes, hedgerows and suburban habitats.

Flies mainly in June and July, sometimes with a partial second generation in the autumn.

The caterpillars feed at night on various low-growing herbaceous plants, including Dock and Bedstraw.

A common species over most of Britain, except in the far north where it is more local. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as common.

Very common in Leicestershire and Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = A (common and resident)