British Moths: A Gateway Guide

Moths are some of the most colorful, accessible and fascinating insects found in the British Isles, perhaps even more so than their more familiar counterparts, the butterflies. Britain and Ireland are home to an incredible array of moths, with more than 2,500 species known, and increasing numbers of people are discovering the joy of watching, catching and photographing this diverse and exciting group. But where to start when it comes to identifying them?

This book is a wonderful introduction to the most common and eye-catching adult moths regularly encountered in the British Isles. Rather than being grouped in taxonomic order, species are organised by season, and similar-looking moths are placed alongside one another for ease of identification. Concise species accounts include information on key features, making it easy to distinguish between confusion species, and when and where to see them; each account is also placed alongside photos that have been carefully selected to aid identification, with clearly-marked top tips.

From hawk-moths to tigers and ermines to emeralds, this guide is the perfect companion for anyone wanting to learn more about these beautiful insects and take their first steps into the world of mothing.