Marbled Beauty
Common NameMarbled Beauty
Scientific NameCryphia muralis
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyBryophilinae
Wingspan (mm)27.5
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, white, brown
HabitatUrban areas, woodlands, rocky outcrops, walls, tree trunks
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, parts of Asia
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodJuly to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on lichens and algae growing on various surfaces like walls, rocks, and tree trunks. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive marbled, lichen-like pattern on the forewings, characterized by wavy transverse lines and a mix of grey, white, and brown coloration, providing excellent camouflage.
Description
This moth exhibits a highly cryptic wing pattern, resembling lichen or bark, with mottled shades of grey, white, and light brown forming intricate wavy bands and patches across its forewings.
