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Yellow Bands Underwing

Yellow Bands Underwing

Catocala fulminea

A species of Underwings

Catocala fulminea, the yellow bands underwing, is a moth of the family Erebidae. The species was first described by Giovanni Antonio Scopoli in his 1763 Entomologia Carniolica. It is found in central and southern Europe, east Asia and Siberia. The xarippe lineage has been proposed to be a distinct and valid species in its own right, instead of being only subspecifically distinct. The wingspan is 44–52 mm. The larvae feed on Prunus, Crataegus, pears, and oaks.

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Attributes of Yellow Bands Underwing
Colors
Black
Yellow
Gray
White
Habitat
Warm, humid bushe
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, sap, ripe fruit, honeydew
Larva Food Source
Willow leaves, poplar leaves, aspen leaves, cottonwood leaves
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Yellow Bands Underwing 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
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Yellow Bands Underwing
Invasive Species
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Distribution Area of Yellow Bands Underwing
Central and southern Europe, Asia, Siberia
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Life Cycle of Yellow Bands Underwing
Egg Laid on host plants, the eggs are tiny and round. Initially pale, they darken as the embryo matures. The egg stage is relatively brief, with minimal visible changes.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva or caterpillar is worm-like, with a focus on eating and growth. Color and patterns aid in camouflage. It molts multiple times, increasing in size with each stage.
Pupal The creature forms a cocoon or chrysalis. In this stage, it is immobile and undergoes a remarkable transformation. Its tissues are reorganized, foreshadowing the adult form.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult yellow Bands Underwing’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 Yellow Bands Underwing Larvae
Amphibians, birds, rodents, invertebrate predators such as other insects (e.g., beetles) and arachnids
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Predators of Adult Yellow Bands Underwing
Bats, birds, spiders, insects (such as mantises and other larger predatory insects)
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Scientific Classification of Yellow Bands Underwing
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Youth Habitat of Yellow Bands Underwing
Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Yellow Bands Underwing
Forests and Woodlands
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How Can You Attract Yellow Bands Underwing
Sweet bait such as fermented fruit or sugar-water mixtures can be used to attract yellow Bands Underwing, as they have a strong sense of smell and are drawn to sugary substances.
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Habitat Preferences of Yellow Bands Underwing Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of yellow Bands Underwing are often found on the bark of deciduous trees, where the female lays them. Looking for the caterpillar stage requires searching on the leaves of the host plants, as they feed and grow there. To find adult yellow Bands Underwing, a search near light sources or sugary bait at night could be fruitful, since they are nocturnal and attracted to light. During the day, the adults rest on tree trunks with their camouflaged wings, blending seamlessly with the tree bark.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Yellow Bands Underwing
The best time to find adult yellow Bands Underwing is usually at night as they are nocturnal. For larvae, daylight hours when they are actively feeding on host plants might be more appropriate.
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Beneficial Effects of Yellow Bands Underwing
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Pollinator
Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Shape
Yellow Bands Underwing is a nocturnal visitor of flowers, typically attracted by their vivid color and distinct shape. This pollinator engages in feeding on the pollen of flowers during nocturnal activities, inadvertently dusting itself and transferring pollen from bloom to bloom.
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