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Dark-Bordered Granite

Dark-Bordered Granite

Digrammia neptaria

A species of Digrammia

Digrammia neptaria, the dark-bordered granite, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It is found in Central America and North America. The MONA or Hodges number for Digrammia neptaria is 6396.

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Attributes of Dark-Bordered Granite
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
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 Dark-Bordered Granite
Egg The egg phase marks the beginning of the dark-Bordered Granite's life cycle. The eggs are typically laid on host plants and are small, sometimes with distinctive shapes or colors that can provide camouflage or warning to predators.
Larva As larvae, dark-Bordered Granite exhibit significant growth, often having a segmented body and chewing mouthparts adapted for voracious feeding. They may undergo several molts, visibly increasing in size and sometimes changing color during each molt.
Pupal Entering the pupal stage, dark-Bordered Granite become immobile and encase themselves within a protective cocoon or chrysalis. During this time, their bodies undergo a dramatic transformation as they reorganize into the adult form.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult dark-Bordered Granite’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 Dark-Bordered Granite Larvae
Birds, rodents, arboreal mammals, reptiles, spiders, insects (e.g., wasps, other predatory caterpillars)
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Predators of Adult Dark-Bordered Granite
Birds, bats, rodents, reptiles, spiders, insects (e.g., mantises, dragonflies)
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Interesting Facts About Dark-Bordered Granite
Dark-Bordered Granite has the unique ability to alter its body color to match the exact shade of lichen on trees, rendering it virtually invisible to predators.
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Scientific Classification of Dark-Bordered Granite
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Youth Habitat of Dark-Bordered Granite
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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Adult Habitat of Dark-Bordered Granite
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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How Can You Attract Dark-Bordered Granite
Since dark-Bordered Granite is a moth species, no specific trap food is generally used to attract them. However, certain light traps can be utilized to attract adult dark-Bordered Granite due to their nocturnal and phototactic behavior.
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Habitat Preferences of Dark-Bordered Granite Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of dark-Bordered Granite are typically found on the underside of leaves of their host plants, often in areas with dense vegetation. Caterpillars, following their hatching, can be seen on or near host plants, where they feed and grow. Pupae may commonly be found in sheltered spots on the ground or in leaf litter, concealed from predators. Adults preferentially frequent the areas with flowering plants where they can feed on nectar. When searching for the various growth stages of dark-Bordered Granite, one must scour the foliage for eggs, inspect host plants for caterpillars, and sift through leaf debris for pupae, while for adults, visits to flower-rich habitats at dusk or during the night will be most fruitful.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Dark-Bordered Granite
The suitable time to find dark-Bordered Granite depends on its life stage. Adult moths are typically active during the night, making dusk to dawn the best time to observe or capture them. For larvae and pupae stages, daytime searching may be more productive, especially when the insects are active and feeding.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Dark-Bordered Granite
Calm, warm, and humid nights are ideal conditions for finding adult dark-Bordered Granite as they are more active in such weather. For larvae and pupae, mild and dry days are better for searching vegetation without disturbance from inclement weather.
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