A small nocturnal moth species belonging to the Noctuidae family, characterized by distinctive dot-like markings on its forewings.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Widespread across temperate regions of Europe, typically found in gardens, meadows, woodland edges, and agricultural landscapes with herbaceous plants
Ecological Role
Important herbivorous insect in ecosystem food webs, serving as prey for birds and bats while controlling plant populations through larval feeding
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Wing surfaces covered in overlapping microscopic scales providing camouflage and thermal regulation
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LIMBS WINGS
Two pairs of scaled wings, forewings with distinctive dark dot-like markings, hindwings typically pale gray
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HEAD SENSORY
Compound eyes, sensitive antennae for detecting pheromones and environmental cues
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BODY STRUCTURE
Small moth with wingspan of 32-40 mm, compact body with triangular wing configuration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Ben Sale from UK
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