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Arched hooktip

Arched hooktip

Drepana arcuata

A species of Drepana

The wingspan is 2.5 - 4 cm.

General Info About Arched hooktip
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Attributes of Arched hooktip
Habitat
forest; mountain; moist riparian habitat
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, honeydew excreted by aphids
Larva Food Source
Birch leaves (betula sp.), alder leaves (alnus sp.), willow leaves (salix sp.)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Arched hooktip is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Arched hooktip 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
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Life Cycle of Arched hooktip
Egg After hatching, the arched hooktip begins as an egg. These eggs are often laid in clusters and are tiny in size. Their color and shape can vary, typically camouflaged to match the environment for protection.
Larva The larva, commonly called a caterpillar, is specialized for feeding and growth. It has a worm-like appearance, varying in color and covered in setae. It molts several times, increasing in size with each stage.
Pupal The arched hooktip in the pupal stage undergoes significant transformation inside a cocoon or chrysalis. During this time, the arched hooktip's body is reorganized, preparing for adult life, while it remains completely inactive.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult arched hooktip’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 Arched hooktip
2.5 - 4 cm
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Predators of Arched hooktip Larvae
Birds, rodents, spiders, wasps, ants
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Predators of Adult Arched hooktip
Bats, birds, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Arched hooktip
Arched hooktip can perfectly camouflage themselves as a dead leaf, complete with fake mold spots, to evade predators.
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Scientific Classification of Arched hooktip
Tips for Finding Arched hooktip
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How Can You Attract Arched hooktip
Depending on the developmental stage, food baits such as fermented sweet solutions can attract adult arched hooktip, while leaves from host plants may be used to entice larvae.
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Habitat Preferences of Arched hooktip Through Different Life Stages
The egg stage of arched hooktip can be found on the underside of host plant leaves. Larvae, or caterpillars, are typically located on leaves or branches of their preferred trees, such as birch or alder. They can be spotted by searching the foliage for chewing damage or frass. Pupae may be hidden in dead plant material or just under the surface of the soil, often requiring careful inspection of leaf litter or loose earth. Adults tend to rest on tree trunks or foliage during the day and are attracted to light sources at night, making them easier to spot after dusk, near their host plants or in surrounding vegetation.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Arched hooktip
To find adult arched hooktip, the best time is usually at dusk or at night, as many are nocturnal. Larvae can be searched for during the day, when they are actively feeding on host plants.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Arched hooktip
Calm, warm, and humid nights are typically most conducive for finding adult arched hooktip, while larvae might be easier to find during moist, warm days without strong winds.
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How and Where Can You Find Arched hooktip at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of arched hooktip can be found on the leaves of host plants. To locate them, inspect the upper and lower leaf surfaces of identified host plants, looking for small, often round or oval eggs laid in clusters or lines.
Larva Larvae of arched hooktip can be located by searching host plants during the day. Look for signs of feeding, such as notches on leaf edges or frass, and inspect both sides of the foliage carefully.
Pupal Pupae of arched hooktip may be attached to host plants or concealed in leaf litter or soil nearby. To find them, examine the ground around host plants and the stems or leaves where larvae were present.
Adult Adult arched hooktip are typically attracted to light sources at night. Setting up a light trap with a bright white or UV light can be an effective way to observe and collect them.
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Harmful Effects of Arched hooktip
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Forestry Pest

The larva of arched hooktip can cause defoliation in broad-leaved forests, with the severity ranging from mild to severe depending on the pest population. Infestations lead to compromised tree health and, in extreme cases, death, affecting biodiversity and potentially impacting timber production.

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