A nocturnal moth species belonging to the Noctuidae family, characterized by distinctive yellow underwings and cryptic dorsal coloration for camouflage.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Widespread across temperate European regions, preferring woodland edges, meadows, gardens, and agricultural landscapes with diverse herbaceous vegetation.
Ecological Role
Important herbivorous species in ecosystem food webs, serving as prey for bats, birds, and serving as larval herbivores controlling plant populations.
Morphology
SKIN COATScaled exoskeleton with protective microstructures, predominantly earth-toned for camouflage
LIMBS WINGSForewings cryptically colored in brown/grey patterns, hindwings bright yellow with black border
HEAD SENSORYCompound eyes, large antennae for detecting pheromones and environmental cues, proboscis for nectar feeding
BODY STRUCTUREMedium-sized moth with wingspan of 40-50 mm, robust thorax and abdomen, triangular wing profile
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Ben Sale from Stevenage, UK
