The adults are nocturnal, flying from dusk and coming to light, resting by day amongst its foodplants. They feed from honeysuckle (Lonicera) and other tubular flowers on the wing. 

The adults are nocturnal, flying from dusk and coming to light, resting by day amongst its foodplants. They feed from honeysuckle (<em>Lonicera</em>) and other tubular flowers on the wing.&nbsp;

Naturefile is a celebratory journey to the lesser-known realms of nature in Ireland with Anja Murray.  With surprising stories uncovered each week, about everything from lichens to trees, Swallows to Sea Eagles, starfish and turtles, there are elements of science, history and folklore.

Daybreak with Evonne Ferguson

Evonne Ferguson will be up with the early birds to ease you into the weekend with her gentle blend of music from across the centuries, plus news, weather and 'NatureFile'. 

<p>Evonne Ferguson will be up with the early birds to ease you into the weekend with her gentle blend of music from across the centuries, plus news, weather and 'NatureFile'.&nbsp;</p>