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Latin name: Noctua pronuba
Size: Has a wingspan of around 60mms.
Distribution: Found throughout the UK.
Months seen: Normally seen between June and October
Habitat: Woodlands, parks, hedgerows and gardens.
Food: Nectar. The caterpillars feed on low growing vegetation.
Special features: During the daytime it rests at ground level amongst grass. When disturbed it flashes its bright black and yellow petticoats in an effort to surprise any attacker, such as a bird. This 'disguise and surprise' tactic is also employed by the
red underwing moth.
The green caterpillars of the large yellow underwing moth are commonly known as 'cutworms'.
UK Safari Moth Section
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