A small nocturnal moth species belonging to the Erebidae family, characterized by delicate wing patterns and ecological significance in grassland and woodland ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Temperate European regions, including grasslands, meadows, woodland edges, and agricultural landscapes with herbaceous vegetation
Ecological Role
Serves as a pollinator, prey for insectivorous birds and bats, and plays a role in nutrient cycling within grassland ecosystems
Morphology
SKIN COATCovered in fine, overlapping scales typical of Lepidoptera, providing thermal regulation and protection
LIMBS WINGSTwo pairs of scaled wings with mottled straw-colored patterns providing camouflage, six thin legs
HEAD SENSORYCompound eyes, short antennae for detecting pheromones and environmental cues
BODY STRUCTURESmall moth with wingspan of approximately 25-30 mm, slender body with light brown to pale yellow coloration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Jerzy Strzelecki
