Eurasian Copper Underwing
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Eurasian Copper Underwing
Amphipyra pyramidea
The Eurasian Copper Underwing is a beautiful moth with orange and brown wings. It likes to fly at night and can be found resting on tree trunks during the day.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Eurasian Copper Underwing has dull, patterned brown or greyish-brown forewings that help it camouflage during the day. However, when disturbed, it flashes vibrant, coppery-orange hindwings, revealing a striking contrast to its muted upper wings.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyNoctuidaeGenusAmphipyra
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Adult moths sometimes drink sweet tree sap for energy, not just flower nectar!
Its caterpillar can change color to perfectly blend in with the leaves it is eating!
The scientific name 'pyramidea' might refer to a cool pyramid-shaped mark on its caterpillar!
This moth often rests head-down on tree trunks, looking exactly like a piece of bark!
Special abilities
Ability
Surprise Flash
The Eurasian Copper Underwing can flash its bright orange hindwings to startle predators, giving it a chance to escape quickly.
Ability
Leaf Disguise
The Eurasian Copper Underwing has forewings that perfectly mimic tree bark, helping it hide from birds during the day.
Ability
Night Navigator
The Eurasian Copper Underwing is a nighttime flyer, using its excellent senses to navigate in the dark for food and mates.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 38-48 mm
- Size
- 18-22 mm
- Lifespan
- 14-28 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
Adults sip sweet nectar and tree sap, while their caterpillars munch on leaves and grasses.
Age differences: Larvae are herbivorous, eating plant leaves and grasses, while adults primarily feed on nectar and tree sap.
Primary Foods
- nectar
- tree sap
- oak leaves
- clover
- hawthorn leaves
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
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Great Tit
Parus major
Adult moths are a tasty snack for many birds.
eats
Common Oak
Quercus robur
Caterpillars munch on the leaves of oak trees.
eats
White Clover
Trifolium repens
Young caterpillars feed on clover and other low plants.
pollinates
Honeysuckle
Lonicera periclymenum
Adult moths visit night-scented flowers for nectar.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Moths are usually harmless, but it's best to look and not touch them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eurasian Copper Underwing's wingspan?
38-48 mm
How big is Eurasian Copper Underwing?
18-22 mm
How long does Eurasian Copper Underwing live?
14-28 days
What does Eurasian Copper Underwing eat?
Adults sip sweet nectar and tree sap, while their caterpillars munch on leaves and grasses.
Where is Eurasian Copper Underwing usually found?
Grasslands
How does Eurasian Copper Underwing hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Eurasian Copper Underwing have?
6
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