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White-Point

White-Point

Mythimna albipuncta

A species of Mythimna

Adorned with wings that bear a resemblance to a moonlit, stippled canopy, white-Point thrives in the dim light of dusk and dawn. As larvae, they are voracious for various grass species, transitioning to nocturnal fliers with a predilection for nectar-rich sources upon maturity. Their lifecycle is a testament to adaptability, metamorphosing from ground-dwelling caterpillars to sky-dancing adults, navigating the twilight world with expert ease.

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Attributes of White-Point
Colors
Brown
Black
Red
Gray
White
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The White-Point 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
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of White-Point
Not threatened
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Distribution Area of White-Point
Europe, Tunisia, Asia Minor, Armenia, Iran, northeastern United States
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Life Cycle of White-Point
Egg In the initial stage, white-Point begins as an egg, often laid on a leaf. The egg is tiny, spherical, and usually mimics the color of the plant to avoid predation.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of white-Point, commonly called a caterpillar, emerges. It's elongated with a soft exoskeleton, focusing on feeding and growing, often showing bright warning colors or camouflage.
Pupal White-Point enters the pupa, or chrysalis, stage after leaving the larval stage. Enclosed in a hard-case pupa, white-Point undergoes significant internal transformations, reshaping its body structure completely.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult white-Point’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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Interesting Facts About White-Point
White-Point has a unique ability to navigate nocturnal landscapes by lunar light, using a complex eye structure uncharacteristic of its kin.
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Scientific Classification of White-Point
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Youth Habitat of White-Point
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of White-Point
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract White-Point
Adult white-Point may be attracted to light traps or baiting with sweet substances such as fermented fruit or sugar water.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe White-Point
Calm, warm, and humid nights increase the likelihood of encountering adult white-Point. Overcast days can be suitable for finding caterpillars on their host plants.
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How and Where Can You Find White-Point at Different Life Stages
Adult Adult white-Point can be found using light traps as they are nocturnal and attracted to light. Hang a white sheet with a light source in front of it at night, or use a portable UV light source to draw them in.
Pupal White-Point pupae are typically found in the soil or leaf litter. Search by carefully sifting through loose soil or decomposing leaves near the host plants of the caterpillar.
Larva Locate caterpillars of white-Point on their host plants by inspecting the leaves for feeding damage or frass (caterpillar droppings), and then search nearby leaves and stems for the larvae themselves.
Egg Eggs of white-Point are laid in batches on the underside of host plant leaves. To find them, check the leaves systematically, focusing on the plants known to be favored by the species.
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of white-Point consume the leaves and stems of grass crops, which may lead to reduced photosynthesis and nutrient uptake. Minor infestations result in patchy damage, while severe outbreaks can cause widespread crop loss and impact human food supply.

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Pollinator
Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
White-Point is a nocturnal visitor of flowers, often drawn by the bright colors and sweet scents of yellow flowers and fruit trees. While feasting on pollen, white-Point inadvertently transfers it, facilitating the reproductive cycle of many plant species.
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