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simonwest26.bsky.social
Found this in the hotel I was staying in this morning in in the Lake District. Small Engrailed/Engrailed?? If anyone can confirm I’d be grateful #teammoth #mothid @mothiduk.bsky.social
July 9, 2025 at 11:57 AM
jimbo0o0.bsky.social
Who am I? #pinemoth #mossysallow #moth #mothlove #mothfreaks #mothid #wtfisthismoth
April 26, 2025 at 12:51 AM
phantomselu.bsky.social
Designing fakemon based on OCs is super fun...

#fakemon #pokemon #evi #chimu #seluocs #design
Carnix (Carnis [Latin for Flesh/Mask, as in incarnate] + Nox [Latin for Night) Ghost/Poison Chemothid “Chem” (chemistry) + “Mothid / Lepid” Bug/Psychic
November 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM
sj84turner.bsky.social
Oooh, interesting Ephestia sp.
Maybe kuehniella…see what MothID makes of it…
November 9, 2025 at 4:52 PM
ahaktekin.bsky.social
A Moth's Stillness, a Soul's Devotion: The Silent Vigil of a Winged Seeker

#Moth #MothsofBluesky #Lepidoptera #Insect #Nature #Wildlife #MacroPhotography #InsectPhotography #NaturePhotography #Entomology #WildlifePhotography #MothLove #Mothstagram #HylesLineata #Catocala #MothID #BeautifulInsects
This close-up photo shows a really cool moth with its wings spread out, probably just chilling on a windowsill during the day. Based on its distinct pattern of broad white bands on brown forewings, it's likely a member of the Erebidae family, perhaps even an underwing moth (Catocala genus), a diverse group known for their striking wing patterns. The moth's fuzzy body and feathery antennae are key features that distinguish it from a butterfly. The vibrant colors and patterns you see aren't painted on; they're actually made up of thousands of tiny, overlapping scales. This particular design, with the broad white stripes, is a great example of the intricate beauty found in the moth world. This is a common resting pose for many moth species during the day as they are not active until night. Another possibility is the White-lined Sphinx moth (Hyles lineata). It is a large, stout moth with a really cool pattern: its fuzzy brown body has six distinct white stripes, and its forewings are a striking mix of dark olive-brown with a broad tan band and thin white lines running along the veins. These moths, sometimes called "hummingbird moths" because of how they hover at flowers, are very active pollinators and a great example of the diverse and beautiful creatures in the insect world. The way the photo is taken allows you to appreciate all the little details on its wings and body.
August 5, 2025 at 3:26 AM
loadofolbobbins.bsky.social
Been quite the morning for beautiful flutterers in our UK garden, saw our first Hummingbird Hawk-moth and this absolute beauty...Another one for the #TeamMoth ID crew as I once again reiterate I am an enthusiastic amateur when it comes to IDing.

#Moths #MothID #MothsMatter #Nature #Wildlife
A beautiful moth feeding on purple buddleia. It's wings are outstretch and it is browns and coppers in colour with two white splodges on each upper wing.
August 1, 2025 at 1:08 PM
loadofolbobbins.bsky.social
Boosting for the day crowd. Would love to know what this moth is! #Moth #MothID #Invertebrate
loadofolbobbins.bsky.social Jess Taylor @loadofolbobbins.bsky.social · Jul 24
All good identifier of beautiful moths I need an assist. We've had a one speedily flying around our garden every evening and never landing, so tonight did a slow mo vid. Any ideas?

#Moths #TeamMoth #MothsMatter
July 25, 2026 at 12:48 PM
mniceanruig.bsky.social
#mothID
June 26, 2026 at 10:52 PM
pilipalas500.bsky.social
This beautiful tiny moth was on my Star Jasmine in West Yorkshire just now.
Don’t know my moths very well so can’t name it for you.
It’s very small and a mottled black grey with some white marks.
#MothsUK
#MothID
If you can name the Moth I’d be delighted!
Thanks! 😊
White Star 5 Leaf Jasmin flower with a Moth on the lower petal.
July 20, 2026 at 3:43 PM
caitrionalee.bsky.social
Mystery moth - do any bluesky moth folk know this wee style icon? On bramble approx 5mm long and not inclined to stay put for photos. #MothID Leamhan beag ina shuí ar driseog, dubh &bán, n'fheadar cén t-ainm atá air ach tá sé galánta!
A small moth, maybe 5mm black near the head and at end of wings, and with black spot mid length of wing. Sitting briefly on bramble.
June 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
peterbrash.bsky.social
I’m a bit stumped with this one. Ruddy highflyer? #mothid
November 17, 2024 at 2:12 AM
loadofolbobbins.bsky.social
Okay my #TeamMoth #Bugsky people who are way more knowledgeable and better at moth ID than me! Can anyone tell me what this rusty beauty is?

Seen in my U.K. garden the other day…and yes I did audibly exclaim how beautiful it was!

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A close up of a lush green leaf with a russet coloured moth landed on it. Its wings are closed behind it with a mainly rust orange colouring and darker brown stripe style markings at the bottom of the wings.
July 20, 2025 at 8:07 AM
caitrionalee.bsky.social
Green caterpillar crossed my path yesterday. Approx 4 cm, green tail spike with orange tip - hawkmoth? White dots all over, with a line of red dots and a pale stripe along the side. Didn't seem to have diagonal stripes. Not on vegetation. #MothID
Big bright green caterpillar, approx 4cm. Covered in tiny white dot pattern, with a line of tiny red dots along the side. Pale (lighter green) stripe along side.
September 1, 2026 at 7:29 AM
jonathanbliss.bsky.social
Can anyone identify these caterpillars? Possibly an ermine species? Seen by the football ground on Elland Road in Leeds so perhaps they have assembled for the promotion celebrations. #TeamMoth #MothId #Moth
A bush covered with cobwebs and small caterpillars, green with black spots. There could be 30-50 caterpillars in the image. A bush covered with cobwebs and small caterpillars, green with black spots. There are fewer caterpillars in this image but they are obviously stripping the bush of its leaves. It is clear this is a social species.
May 5, 2025 at 12:49 PM
felicityliggins.bsky.social
I might have changed my mind, leaning more towards Phoenix by description & pics in book. A size estimate would help if you noted that. Wingspan of Small P around 23-27mm, P is larger at 35-37mm. MothID or #TeamMoth will be able to advise I'm sure.
June 21, 2025 at 7:55 AM
cliveswinsco.bsky.social
Thankyou #MothID
butterfly-conservation.org/moths/antler...
Antler Moth
This distinctive moth is distinguished by its cream, antler-shaped mark which varies in size on the forewing.  Black streaks on the forewing may or may not be present. Males are smaller than females a...
butterfly-conservation.org
July 26, 2025 at 8:37 AM
cliveswinsco.bsky.social
Thanks #MothID - appreciate your expertise 🙏🏻
June 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
actinargyll.bsky.social
Kinga and Angharad visited the Port Ellen Brownies and Rainbows with a few fluttery friends, moths! 🦋 They chatted all things ID and pollination. Loads of curious questions and sharp eyes.
📷 1. Clouded Buff Moth 2. Elephant Hawk and Drinker Moths 3. Beautiful Golden Y Moth
#MothID #Islay #Argyll
June 18, 2025 at 2:12 PM