Mythimna reversa
Common NameMythimna reversa
Scientific NameMythimna reversa
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyHadeninae
Wingspan (mm)38
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, black, white
HabitatGrasslands, meadows, open woodlands, agricultural areas
Geographic RangeUndocumented for this specific name; likely localized or an outdated synonym.
Host Plantsgrasses, sedges, various herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodTypically multivoltine, flying from spring to autumn (e.g., May to October)
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically 'armyworms' or 'wainscots,' feeding on grasses and herbaceous plants. Pupation usually occurs in the soil. Adults are nocturnal.
Identification TipsIdentification to species level within the genus Mythimna is often challenging due to similar appearances and requires examination of subtle wing markings or, more reliably, genital morphology. The cryptic coloration is characteristic.
Description
A medium-sized moth with forewings displaying a mottled pattern of grey, brown, and black, interspersed with lighter speckles, providing excellent camouflage. Its body is robust and covered in dense, light brown hairs.
