Barrett's Marbled Coronet
Common NameBarrett's Marbled Coronet
Scientific NameHadena irregularis
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyHadeninae
Wingspan (mm)32
Primary Colorsbrown, ochre, grey
HabitatRocky coastal areas, dry grasslands, cliffs, limestone hillsides
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa, parts of the Middle East (Mediterranean region)
Host PlantsSilene nutans, Silene vulgaris, Silene otites
Flight PeriodApril to May, and July to August (bivoltine)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the seeds and flowers of various *Silene* species. Pupation occurs in the soil, and the species typically overwinters as a pupa.
Identification TipsLook for the intricate marbled pattern of brown, ochre, and grey on the forewings, often with a pale kidney-shaped stigma. Its preference for dry, rocky coastal or limestone habitats is also a key indicator.
Description
A medium-sized moth with forewings mottled in shades of brown, ochre, and greyish-white, featuring a distinctive marbled pattern and often a pale reniform stigma. The hindwings are typically paler grey-brown.
