Underwings
Scientific name: Catocala
Underwings
Scientific name: Catocala
Photo By Liam O'Brien , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
The Catocala genus, showcases a captivating evolutionary trick 鈥?their seemingly drab wings clothe a secret as they hide vivid, brightly colored hindwings beneath. Typically revealed only during flight, these colors can startle predators, giving Catocala species a crucial moment to escape. Contrary to what one might expect, these are not tropical butterflies but moths, often called 'underwings.' Their adaptive mimicry serves as a brilliant example of nature's ingenuity in survival strategies.
Species of Underwings
Scientific Classification
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