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Flounced rustic

Flounced rustic

Luperina testacea

A species of Luperina, Also known as Flouncedstic

The common grass owl (Luperina testacea) is a moth of the Noctuidae family, the owls. The front wing length is between 14 and 18 millimeters. The appearance of the image is quite variable. The animal no longer absorbs food as its image. The species is found throughout Europe. The species hibernates as a caterpillar.

General Info About Flounced rustic
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Attributes of Flounced rustic
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
grassy area
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowers of calluna vulgaris (heather), silene species, thymus species (thyme), origanum vulgare (wild marjoram), salvia species
Larva Food Source
Grasses such as festuca ovina (sheep's fescue), poa annua (annual meadowgrass), holcus lanatus (yorkshire fog), dactylis glomerata (cock's-foot), lolium perenne (perennial ryegrass)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Flounced rustic is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Flounced rustic 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
The Flounced rustic 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
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Flounced rustic
It is found in Europe, Asia Minor and Armenia.
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Distribution Area of Flounced rustic
Europe, Asia Minor, Armenia
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Life Cycle of Flounced rustic
Egg The egg stage begins with the flounced rustic laying eggs on a suitable substrate. The eggs are small, spherical, and can vary in color depending on species. This stage is solely for development until hatching.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of flounced rustic emerges. Larvae can be of various colors, with a voracious appetite for host plants. Growth is rapid, with several molts enlarging the larva's size distinctly.
Pupal The larva of flounced rustic encases itself in a pupa, within which drastic transformation occurs. The pupa may be concealed and camouflaged. This is a non-feeding, stationary phase before adulthood.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult flounced rustic'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 Flounced rustic
3 - 3.5 cm
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Predators of Flounced rustic Larvae
Birds, rodents, wasps, arthropods
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Predators of Adult Flounced rustic
Bats, birds, rodents
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Interesting Facts About Flounced rustic
The larvae of flounced rustic exhibit a remarkable behavior of burrowing underground during the day to avoid predators, emerging only at night to feed.
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Scientific Classification of Flounced rustic
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Youth Habitat of Flounced rustic
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Flounced rustic
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Flounced rustic
Adult flounced rustic may be attracted using lights or sugary bait. They are attracted to ultraviolet or mercury vapor lights at night, and a mixture of fermenting fruit or sugary substances can serve as an effective trap when smeared on tree trunks.
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Habitat Preferences of Flounced rustic Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of flounced rustic are typically deposited on the food plants' leaves. The larvae, or caterpillars, can be found on the ground close to these food sources, often in grassy areas where they feed at night. During the day, they hide in the soil or under debris. Pupation occurs in the soil, transforming into the adult moth stage which is often observed on or near the plants they once fed on, and attracted to light sources during the night. Searching for flounced rustic in their various stages involves inspecting host plants, examining the ground and soil in grassy habitats, and looking around light sources after dark for the adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Flounced rustic
For finding adult flounced rustic, nighttime is most suitable, as this is when they are active and attracted to light. For other life stages, daytime searching is advised when they are less mobile and easier to spot.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Flounced rustic
Warm and dry nights are preferable for attracting adult flounced rustic. Overcast or cooler days may be better for searching their larval and pupal stages when they are less active and more likely to be found in their typical resting places.
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How and Where Can You Find Flounced rustic at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of flounced rustic are typically laid on host plants. Search the leaves of these specific plants for small, round or oval eggs that may be present in clusters or lines.
Larva Larval flounced rustic can be found on or near their food source, plant leaves. Look for signs of feeding damage or frass (insect droppings) on host plants, and inspect leaves for caterpillars.
Pupal Flounced rustic pupates in the soil or leaf litter. To find pupae, gently sift through the top layer of soil or debris near the host plants where larvae were present.
Adult Adults of flounced rustic are typically nocturnal and can be found by setting up light traps. Alternatively, they can be attracted to fermented bait applied to trees during the evening. Search for these moths on or near the bait after nightfall.
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Harmful Effects of Flounced rustic
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Agricultural Pests

When present in large numbers, flounced rustic larvae can cause severe damage to grasses and cereals by feeding on their roots and stems. In small populations, the impact might be mild, but extensive feeding can lead to significant yield loss, affecting human food resources.

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Beneficial Effects of Flounced rustic
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Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Pollination Behavior Reason
Accidental Contamination While Feeding On Nectar
Flounced rustic is an incidental pollinator. While primarily feeding on various parts of the flower for nectar, it inadvertently picks up pollen. This pollen is then transferred to other blooms, aiding in the pollination process without intention. Flounced rustic's nocturnal activity influences floral preferences in favor of those that open or are scented at night.
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