Magnol's lychnis moth
Common NameMagnol's lychnis moth
Scientific NameHadena magnolii
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyHadeninae
Wingspan (mm)32
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, white
HabitatDry, warm, open habitats, calcareous grasslands, rocky areas, scrubland
Geographic RangeSouthern and Central Europe, extending to parts of Western Asia
Host PlantsSilene nutans, Silene vulgaris, Silene otites, Lychnis viscaria
Flight PeriodMay to July
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the seeds of various *Silene* and *Lychnis* species, typically pupating in the soil.
Identification TipsThe highly variegated and cryptic forewing pattern, resembling lichen or rock, is characteristic. Look for the intricate arrangement of white and dark brown patches.
Description
A medium-sized moth with forewings exhibiting a complex, mottled pattern of various shades of brown, dark grey, and white, providing excellent camouflage against rocks or bark.
