73.058 BF2221 - Mullein - Noctuidae - Cucullia verbasci

73.058 BF2221 - Noctuidae - Cucullinae - Cucullia verbasci - Mullein

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

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- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce

Taxonomy: Macro >> Noctuidae

ID Difficulty: green

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

ID pointers: Looks and resembles a piece of dead plant stalk or twig. A combination of reddish brown and bright cream markings help to create the effect. A prominent “Sharks Fin” feature curls over the head. Fairly unmistakable.

Distribution: (Last record: 08/07/2024 at Ashford-in-the-Water ) - A resident that is generally uncommon but widely distributed in Derbyshire. Recorded from all areas of the county but present in very small numbers throughout its range.

Flight Period: April / May / June / - On the wing April – June

Moth Activity: Nocturnal

Wingspan: 45-50mm
Forewing: 19-24mm

Food Plant: Mullein (Verbascum), but also on Buddleia.

Last Recorded Date: 08/07/2024

Last Recorded By: Simon Unwin

Last Recorded General Area: Ashford-in-the-Water

No First Date Information Recorded

Mullein – Noctuidae – Cucullia verbasci