Noctuidae: Hadeninae

09755 Clouded-bordered Brindle Apamea crenata, (Hufnagel, 1766)

BF2326 (ABH73.156)

Christophstal, July 2013
Christophstal, July 2013
 Photo © Peter Bissell
Christophstal, July 2013
 Photo © Peter Bissell
 2012-2013
 2014
 2015
 2016-onwards


General Information

This species is quite variable, with two distinct colour forms. In additional to the brownish nominate form, there is a melanic form, f. combusta.

 

Pupates in loose soil amongst roots.

Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 18-22mm.
Foodplant(s): Cock's-foot (Dactylis glomerata), grasses
Flying: One generation, late May-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Not endangered

Habitat

Grassland, fens, woodland, heathland, scrub and gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 1 (0.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Baden-Württemberg.

Last recorded in June 2018

Recorded date range (Flying/Adult): 06 June to 05 July



Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Grey, pink, black, brown
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5