Photo of a large pupal case of Bulrush Wainscot moth, extracted from a dead stem of Bulrush (Typha)

A large pupal case found in a dead stem of Bulrush (Typha) in Bute Park yesterday. Based on its size I think it has to be Bulrush Wainscot (Nonagria typhae). Note to self - remember to look for larvae there in early summer.

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The pill beetle Byrrhus pilula in beetle mode (appendages extended)

The pill beetle Byrrhus pilula transforming into pill mode

The pill beetle Byrrhus pilula in full-on pill mode - everything tucked away, including the head

A pill beetle Byrrhus pilula on a garden wall just up the road this morning. Able to transform from beetle to pill in an instant!
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