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Green Marvel

Green Marvel

Acronicta fallax

A species of Dagger moths

Acronicta fallax, the green marvel, is a moth of the family Noctuidae. The species was first described by Gottlieb August Wilhelm Herrich-Schäffer in 1854. It is found in most of North America, from Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador and Manitoba south to Arizona and Florida. The wingspan is about 34 mm. Adults are on wing from February to November in Florida. The larvae feed on Viburnum species. They feed on the leaf underside. Full-grown larvae are bright lime to yellowish green with a whitish middorsal and somewhat broader subdorsal stripe.

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Attributes of Green Marvel
Colors
Black
Green
Gray
White
Habitat
temperate forest habitat; scrub meadow
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowers such as thistles, knapweeds, and ivies
Larva Food Source
Leaves of oak, elm, willow, and birch trees
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Green Marvel
Egg The egg of green Marvel is typically oval and minuscule. It's laid in clusters on host plants, with an initial coloration that camouflages with the foliage. The egg serves as a protective case for the developing larva inside.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of green Marvel appears as a caterpillar, with a primary focus on feeding and growth. It exhibits a significant increase in size, molting multiple times and changing color and pattern with each instar.
Pupal The pupal stage of green Marvel signifies a period of transformation. Encased within a cocoon or chrysalis, the larva's organs rearrange. Externally, it appears dormant, but profound morphological changes are unfolding within.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult green Marvel’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Green Marvel Larvae
Birds, reptiles, spiders, insects, mammals
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Predators of Adult Green Marvel
Bats, birds, reptiles
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Interesting Facts About Green Marvel
Despite being part of a nocturnal group, green Marvel caterpillars uniquely have urticating hairs that can cause skin irritation, a rare feature among its kin.
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Scientific Classification of Green Marvel
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Youth Habitat of Green Marvel
Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Green Marvel
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Green Marvel
Sugar and fermented fruit baits can be used as they are attracted to sweet substances.
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Habitat Preferences of Green Marvel Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of green Marvel are typically found on the underside of leaves of host plants, often chosen for their protective coloration. As caterpillars, they reside on the leaves and stems where they feed, camouflaged by their environment. The pupae of green Marvel are generally hidden in loose soil or leaf litter to allow for secure metamorphosis. To locate these stages, one must search the respective habitats: inspecting the lower surface of leaves, carefully examining plant stems, and sifting through soil or fallen leaves near host plants.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Green Marvel
The best time to find green Marvel is during the night as they are nocturnal.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Green Marvel
Mild temperatures and low wind conditions are ideal since green Marvel may not be active during cold or inclement weather.
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Hurt Plant

When green Marvel larvae feed, they chew on the tissues of leaves from trees such as Populus, Salix, and Alnus species, primarily consuming the leaf blade. This defoliation can reduce photosynthetic activity, hindering plant growth and vigor. Over time, the damage can weaken the trees, making them more susceptible to environmental stress and secondary pests.

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