Dot
Moth.
(Melanchra persicariae)
The most obvious
feature on this dark moth is the white kidney-shaped mark on
each wing.
Information:
Whilst this can be confused with a dark version of the Lesser
Common Rustic moth the slightly larger size and glossy, almost
black, blackground colouration alongwith the two white kidney
marks indicate that this is a Dot Moth.
Fore-wing length: 16-21mm. They fly June-August over many
gardens with flowers as well as open or wooded areas.