A nocturnal moth species belonging to the family Noctuidae, characterized by distinctive three-lined wing patterns and native to Europe.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Temperate woodland and grassland ecosystems across Central and Northern Europe, preferring open meadows and forest edges with diverse herbaceous vegetation
Ecological Role
Important pollinator and prey species in woodland food webs, serving as a crucial food source for bats, birds, and small insectivorous predators
Morphology
SKIN COATMicro-scaled wing surface providing camouflage and thermal regulation
LIMBS WINGSScaled wings with distinctive three-line pattern, hindwings lighter than forewings
HEAD SENSORYCompound eyes, short antennae for detecting pheromones and environmental cues
BODY STRUCTURESmall moth with wingspan of 32-38 mm, slender body with muted gray-brown coloration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Donald Hobern from Copenhagen, Denmark