Burnished Brass (Diachrysia chrysitis) 2434


The Burnished Brass (Diachrysia chrysitis) is a stunning British moth which has a wash of metallic yellow across it's forewings. It is common throughout the UK. It's larvae feed on nettles and similar plants.


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Location: North Wales, United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Anthony Roberts / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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