73.274 BF2154 - Cabbage Moth - Noctuidae - Mamestra brassicae

73.274 BF2154 - Noctuidae - Hadeninae - Mamestra brassicae - Cabbage Moth

Adult Macro: CAT 1 - Distinctive species unlikely to be confused with others -

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- Generally Common / Widespread

Taxonomy: Macro >> . >> Noctuidae

ID Difficulty: green

- easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.

ID pointers: Most noticeable feature is the chalky white kidney mark that is bordered with white. The ground colour is a dark greyish brown with pale sandy blotches.The darker outer cross-line has a prominent “W” mark towards the middle.

Distribution: A resident that is widely distributed and common in Derbyshire. Although found across all areas it is most common and numerous in the south of the county.

Flight Period: May / June / July / August / - On the wing May – September

Moth Activity: Nocturnal - and is attracted to light

*** Last updated on 11 March 2025 by RP ***

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Wingspan: 37-45mm
Forewing: 14-22mm

Food Plant: Cabbage (Brassica spp.).

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