White Underwing
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White Underwing
Catocala relicta
The White Underwing is a beautiful moth with soft, white wings that hide bright colors underneath. It loves to fly at night and can be found resting on tree trunks during the day.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The White Underwing is a large moth with intricately patterned gray, black, and white forewings that resemble tree bark or lichen. Its stunning hindwings are bright, clean white with a bold black band and border, providing a striking contrast to its muted upper wings.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyErebidaeGenusCatocala
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Adults sometimes drink tree sap or juice from rotting fruit for a sweet treat!
Its caterpillar looks just like a twig, perfectly camouflaged on tree branches!
This moth is a champion faker, pretending to be invisible on tree bark all day!
When startled, it flashes its bright white underwings like a surprise signal!
Special abilities
Ability
Stealth Disguise
White Underwing can perfectly mimic tree bark with its patterned forewings, helping them hide from sharp-eyed predators during the day.
Ability
Flash Distraction
White Underwing has brilliant white hindwings they can suddenly reveal, startling predators and allowing them a quick escape.
Ability
Nocturnal Navigator
White Underwing can navigate through the night using its sensitive antennae to find mates and food sources in the darkness.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 60-80 mm
- Size
- 30-40 mm
- Lifespan
- 14-28 days
- Flight Speed
- 20 km/h
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
Adults sip nectar and tree sap, while caterpillars munch on tree leaves!
Age differences: Larvae eat tree leaves, while adults primarily sip liquids like nectar and sap.
Primary Foods
- Birch leaves
- Aspen leaves
- Willow leaves
- Nectar
- Tree sap
- Rotting fruit
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
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.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
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 safe to watch, but don't touch them as they can be fragile.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Underwing's wingspan?
60-80 mm
How big is White Underwing?
30-40 mm
How long does White Underwing live?
14-28 days
How fast can White Underwing fly?
20 km/h
What does White Underwing eat?
Adults sip nectar and tree sap, while caterpillars munch on tree leaves!
Where is White Underwing usually found?
Forests
How does White Underwing hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does White Underwing have?
6
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