The rather bright green caterpillar is marked with black blotches and whitish lateral lines.
Flight Times
Flies from September onwards before hibernating and reappearing in March or April.
Size and Family
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Family – Noctuidae
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Medium Sized
- Wingspan Range – 58-68mm
Conservation Status
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UK BAP: Listed
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Priority Species
Caterpillar Food Plants
The caterpillars feed on a variety of plants including dock (Rumex)