Bordered Nola
Common NameBordered Nola
Scientific NameNola marginata
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyNolinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, white
HabitatWoodlands, forests, hedgerows, gardens
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantsoak, birch, willow, hawthorn
Flight PeriodMay to July, August to September (bivoltine)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe species typically overwinters as a pupa. Larvae feed on the leaves of various deciduous trees and shrubs before pupating.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, the distinctive wavy dark line near the outer margin of the forewing, and the presence of raised scale tufts on the forewings, which contribute to its cryptic appearance.
Description
A small moth with mottled grey, brown, and white forewings, characterized by a prominent dark, wavy subterminal line and several raised tufts of scales. The hindwings are generally paler.
