Peach Blossom (Thyatira batis)

Status: Common and widespread, more local in Scotland.

'Thyatira, Batis'

(Thyatira = ancient city, now Akhisar in Turkey, Batis = a student of ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus).

With its striking pink-petalled wings, the Peach Blossom moth always makes me think of cherry trees and spring. The patterning on its wings bears a strong resemblance to the flowers of its foodplant - bramble.










Flight Period: Late May to late July (peaking mid July). A partial second brood may emerge in August.

Foodplants: Bramble (Rubus fruticosus).