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Fan-foot Moth

Fan-foot Moth

Herminia tarsipennalis

A small nocturnal moth species belonging to the Erebidae family, characterized by distinctive wing patterns and tarsipennalis morphological features.

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Fan-foot Moth
Fan-foot Moth
Fan-foot Moth
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Temperate European regions, predominantly found in woodland edges, grasslands, and forest margins with moderate vegetation density.

Ecological Role

Plays a crucial role in ecosystem nutrient cycling as larval stage herbivores and adult pollinators, contributing to local food web dynamics.

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Scaled lepidopteran exterior with microstructures providing thermal regulation
  • LIMBS WINGS Forewings with intricate camouflage patterns, hindwings slightly lighter in color
  • HEAD SENSORY Compound eyes, short antennae with sensory receptors for detecting environmental cues
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small moth, wingspan approximately 25-35 mm, slender body with muted gray-brown coloration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
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Related Species in Erebidae