Polyphaenis sericata

Polyphaenis sericata
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Noctuidae
Genus: Polyphaenis
Species: P. sericata
Binomial name
Polyphaenis sericata
Esper, 1787

The Guernsey Underwing (Polyphaenis sericata) is a moth of the Noctuidae family. It is found in Europe and Asia.

Mounted

The wingspan is 38–44 millimetres (1.5–1.7 in).

The larvae feed on various herbaceous plants, including Privet, Honeysuckle and Dogwood.


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