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Hypena trigonalis

Hypena trigonalis

Hypena trigonalis

A species of Hypena

Hypena trigonalis, known for its unique feeding habits during its larval stage, subsists primarily on the foliage of nettles, exhibiting a marked preference for this stinging plant. As an adult, it is nocturnal and has a wingspan that typically displays a brown and grey pattern, which serves as effective camouflage against predators in its native habitats. Its life cycle includes a complete metamorphosis, transforming from a caterpillar with a voracious appetite to a more subdued adult that feeds on nectar.

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Attributes of Hypena trigonalis
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Gray
White
Habitat
Mid-altitude mountain area
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar from a variety of plants, rotting fruit, sap exudates, honeydew produced by aphids
Larva Food Source
Leaves of the nettle tree (celtis), hackberry (celtis occidentalis), sugarberry (celtis laevigata), american elm (ulmus americana), slippery elm (ulmus rubra)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Predators of Hypena trigonalis Larvae
Birds, rodents, frogs, spiders, insectivorous beetles, other insect larvae
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Predators of Adult Hypena trigonalis
Bats, birds, spiders, rodents
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Interesting Facts About Hypena trigonalis
Hypena trigonalis navigates using polarized moonlight, enabling incredible precision in nocturnal journeys.
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Scientific Classification of Hypena trigonalis
Tips for Finding Hypena trigonalis
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Youth Habitat of Hypena trigonalis
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Hypena trigonalis
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Hypena trigonalis
Sugar baits, fruit baits, or using light traps due to the nocturnal nature of adult hypena trigonalis.
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Habitat Preferences of Hypena trigonalis Through Different Life Stages
To locate the adult hypena trigonalis, one must search around lights at night or in vegetated habitats since they are nocturnal and attracted to light. The caterpillars can be found feeding on the underside of leaves of their host plants, usually in sheltered locations that provide camouflage. Searching for eggs requires careful examination of the host plant's leaves, often on the undersides or hidden within curled edges. Pupae would generally be found in loose soil or leaf litter near the host plants. Each stage demands a methodical search with a keen eye on specific microhabitats preferred by hypena trigonalis during their life cycle.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Hypena trigonalis
Dusk or nighttime when adult hypena trigonalis are most active.
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Beneficial Effects of Hypena trigonalis
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Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Hypena trigonalis is an important nocturnal pollinator that typically visits flowers under the cover of darkness. Attracted by floral color and sweet scents, it collects and transfers pollen as it feeds on nectar, contributing to the reproductive success of various plants.
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