Green-blotched Moth
Common NameGreen-blotched Moth
Scientific NameDiachrysia chrysitis
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyPlusiinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsgreen, brown, gold, white
HabitatGardens, meadows, woodland edges, damp areas
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia, North Africa
Host Plantsnettle, thistles, mint, dandelion
Flight PeriodMay to October (two generations)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are green with white lines, feeding on various herbaceous plants. Pupation occurs in a cocoon on the host plant, and the species overwinters as a larva.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive metallic green blotches on the forewings, often appearing as two large patches connected or nearly connected by a central coppery-brown band, all edged in white.
Description
A medium-sized moth with striking metallic green patches on its forewings, separated by a coppery-brown or golden band, all outlined in white. The hindwings are dull brown.
