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Heart and club

Heart and club

Agrotis clavis

A species of Agrotis

The common name of this species refers to the supposed shapes of the bold dark stigmata on the usually pale forewings. In this species all the stigmata have a rounded shape, contrasting with the elongated claviform stigmata of the much commoner heart and dart. The hindwings are grey, usually much darker than in heart and dart and turnip moth. The wingspan is 3.5 - 4 cm .

General Info About Heart and club
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Attributes of Heart and club
Colors
Brown
Black
White
Habitat
grassland; dry ruderal area
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, plant sap, honeydew
Larva Food Source
Leaves of various crops, roots, stems of plant seedlings, grasses, cereals
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Heart and club is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Heart and club is often found near the corolla, where its fluffy hairs easily pick up pollen, assisting in the pollination of the plant.
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Heart and club feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Heart and club
It is distributed throughout the Palearctic ecozone.
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Distribution Area of Heart and club
Palearctic realm
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Life Cycle of Heart and club
Egg The embryonic stage begins when the female heart and club deposits eggs. These eggs are typically minute and may be spherical or oval, with a color that camouflages with the environment.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva or caterpillar emerges. It is elongated with distinct segments, and its main function is voracious feeding, leading to several molts and substantial size and color changes.
Pupal The larva encases itself in a chrysalis or pupa. Transformation is profound inside the pupa, as the heart and club reorganizes into an adult. Size and shape undergo drastic changes.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult heart and club'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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Adult Size of Heart and club
3.5 - 4 cm
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Predators of Heart and club Larvae
Birds, rodents, beetles, spiders, wasps, ants
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Predators of Adult Heart and club
Bats, birds, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Heart and club
Adult heart and club exhibit an exceptional homing ability, navigating back to their birthplace over large distances to lay their eggs.
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Scientific Classification of Heart and club
Tips for Finding Heart and club
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Youth Habitat of Heart and club
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Heart and club
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Heart and club
Heart and club can be attracted to light or bait traps. Light traps use bright lights to attract adult heart and club at night, reflecting their nocturnal behavior. Bait traps can use fermenting sweet substances such as rotting fruit or sugary mixtures to lure heart and club due to their attraction to sugar-rich food sources.
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Habitat Preferences of Heart and club Through Different Life Stages
For the heart and club, its eggs are commonly found on the surface of host plant leaves. Later, the larvae, or caterpillars, are typically spotted on or near the soil surface as they are nocturnal feeders on low vegetation. Searching for them requires night-time scouting. Pupae are usually underground or in leaf litter, so gently digging around the host plants or sifting through litter can be necessary for discovery. Adult heart and club, being moths, are frequently found near plant foliage and are attracted to light, making them easier to spot during nocturnal observations with light traps.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Heart and club
To find heart and club, the suitable time would be at night since they are nocturnal creatures. The larvae can be sought after throughout their active growing season, which varies depending on their geographical location and local climate.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Heart and club
Clear, calm nights with mild temperatures are most suitable for finding adult heart and club, as these conditions are favorable for their flight activity. Larval stages may be more easily found after rain when they are active and the soil is moist.
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How and Where Can You Find Heart and club at Different Life Stages
Egg Heart and club eggs are laid on host plants. Look for small, spherical objects on the underside of leaves or within plant crevices, often in clusters.
Larva Heart and club larvae, also known as caterpillars, are typically found on or near their food plants. They can be found by inspecting the leaves for signs of feeding damage or frass (caterpillar droppings), and by looking on the underside of leaves or within folded leaves where they may be hiding during the day.
Pupal Heart and club pupates in the soil or in leaf litter. To find them, gently sift through the top layer of soil or leaf debris close to the food plants of the larval stage.
Adult Heart and club adults are attracted to light, making them easier to spot at night. Use a light trap to capture them or visit well-lit areas near their habitat. During the day, adults can sometimes be found resting on the side of trees, walls, or other structures near their feeding or breeding sites.
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of heart and club can inflict mild to severe damage across all crops by feeding on roots, stems, and leaves. A small number of larvae may only cause minor visible symptoms, whereas a heavy infestation can lead to significant crop loss, potentially affecting food supply and economy.

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Pollinator
Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Heart and club are nocturnal and are particularly attracted to night-blooming flowers. Despite not having a preferred plant type, they are drawn to the color of the flowers under moonlight. They feed on pollen for nourishment, thus inadvertently carrying pollen from bloom to bloom.
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