Grand Arches Moth
Common NameGrand Arches Moth
Scientific NameApamea crenata
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyNoctuinae
Wingspan (mm)43
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, reddish-brown, white
HabitatWoodlands, heathland, grasslands, gardens, various open habitats
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, temperate Asia
Host PlantsDactylis glomerata, Festuca rubra, various grasses
Flight PeriodMay to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are subterranean, feeding on the roots and lower stems of various grasses. They overwinter as larvae before pupating in the soil.
Identification TipsLook for the intricate, bark-like pattern on the forewings, characterized by shades of brown, grey, and reddish-brown, and a prominent pale, wavy subterminal line. The reniform and orbicular stigmata are usually clearly defined.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled brown, grey, and reddish-brown forewings, featuring a complex, cryptic pattern of wavy lines and a distinct pale subterminal band.
