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Marbled Clover

Marbled Clover

Heliothis viriplaca

A species of Heliothis

This creature is a master of transformation, beginning its life as a leaf-mimicking caterpillar feeding voraciously on a diverse array of host plants. As it matures, it undergoes a remarkable metamorphosis to emerge as a nocturnal flyer with a penchant for nectar, utilizing specialized sensory organs to navigate the night. With subtle wing patterns that blend into its grassland habitat, it excels in camouflage, evading many would-be predators under the cover of darkness.

General Info About Marbled Clover
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Attributes of Marbled Clover
Colors
Black
Yellow
Gray
White
Habitat
Nutrient-poor grassland; rocky slope; open land; warm area; dry area
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowers, honeydew, sap from trees, juices from decaying fruit, pollen
Larva Food Source
Plant leaves, flower parts, stems, seed pods, various crops (e.g., tobacco, cotton, tomato)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Marbled Clover 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
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Species Status of Marbled Clover
Widespread
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Predators of Marbled Clover Larvae
Birds, rodents, spiders, predaceous insects
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Predators of Adult Marbled Clover
Bats, birds, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Marbled Clover
Despite its nocturnal nature, marbled Clover utilizes the sun to navigate and maintain a straight flight path during migration.
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Scientific Classification of Marbled Clover
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Youth Habitat of Marbled Clover
Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Grasslands and Prairies
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Habitat Preferences of Marbled Clover Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of marbled Clover are typically laid on the undersides of leaves of host plants. To find these, one would examine various vegetation, particularly looking at crops such as beans and peas. The caterpillar stage can be found on the leaves, fruiting bodies, and sometimes stems of the host plants as they feed voraciously before pupation. Searching for caterpillars involves carefully inspecting potential food sources. Pupae are generally in the soil or on the surface concealed by litter, requiring a search through soil near infested plants and turning over debris. Adults, being nocturnal, are attracted to lights and can be found resting on nearby vegetation during the day, so checking around light sources at night and sheltered plant areas by day is advisable.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Marbled Clover
Adult marbled Clover are typically active at night being moths, so the best time to find them is at dusk or during nighttime. Larvae can often be found during the day on host plants.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Marbled Clover
Warm and dry nights are particularly suitable for finding adult marbled Clover, while larvae are easier to find when the weather is warm and not excessively rainy.
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How and Where Can You Find Marbled Clover at Different Life Stages
Egg Marbled Clover eggs are usually laid on the underside of host plant leaves. They can be found by carefully inspecting the leaves, especially near the top of the plant.
Larva Marbled Clover larvae are caterpillars that feed on host plants. They can often be found on or near the food they consume. Look for them on leaves where you may see signs of feeding.
Pupal Marbled Clover pupae may be found in the soil, in leaf litter, or in other sheltered places on or near the ground. Searching through these areas gently will yield the best chance of finding marbled Clover in this stage.
Adult Adult marbled Clover are moths that are attracted to light. Setting up a light trap with a bright light source during the night can lure them in for observation or capture.
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Harmful Effects of Marbled Clover
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Agricultural Pests

Marbled Clover larvae can cause mild to severe damage by chewing plant tissues, affecting a wide array of crops. Infested leaves and fruits display holes and feeding scars. Heavy infestations can lead to significant yield loss and crop failure, with potential economic impacts on farming communities.

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Beneficial Effects of Marbled Clover
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Pollinator
Pollinator
Prefer Plant Type
Asteraceae, fruit trees
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar, Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring
Marbled Clover contributes to the pollination process primarily through its search for pollen as a food source and to collect for its offspring. Attracted by the vibrant colors and unique shapes of flowers such as those in the Asteraceae family and fruit trees, marbled Clover inadvertently transfers pollen, thus playing a crucial role in the reproductive cycle of these plants.
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