Rosy Rustic
Common NameRosy Rustic
Scientific NameHoplodrina respersa
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyNoctuinae
Wingspan (mm)31
Primary Colorsbrown, reddish-pink, white
HabitatGrasslands, open woodlands, heathland, gardens
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, parts of Asia
Host Plantsplantain, dandelion, knotgrass, dock
Flight PeriodMay to July, August to September
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are polyphagous, feeding on various low-growing herbaceous plants. They typically overwinter as larvae and pupate in the soil. Adults are nocturnal.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include the prominent reddish-pink median band across the forewings, combined with the mottled brown and white cryptic pattern and distinct reniform and orbicular stigmata.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth characterized by its mottled brown forewings, featuring a distinctive reddish-pink median band and intricate white and dark brown markings that provide excellent camouflage.
