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Mythimna sinuosa

Mythimna sinuosa

Mythimna sinuosa

A species of Mythimna

Mythimna sinuosa is a moth in the family Noctuidae. It is found in India and Taiwan.

General Info About Mythimna sinuosa
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Attributes of Mythimna sinuosa
Colors
Brown
Black
Gray
White
Habitat
Mid-altitude forest belt
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Mythimna sinuosa 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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Distribution Area of Mythimna sinuosa
India, Taiwan in China
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Predators of Adult Mythimna sinuosa
Birds, bats, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Mythimna sinuosa
Mythimna sinuosa caterpillars have a unique defense mechanism where they drop to the ground and play dead to evade predators.
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Scientific Classification of Mythimna sinuosa
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Youth Habitat of Mythimna sinuosa
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Mythimna sinuosa
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Mythimna sinuosa
Artificial lights, sugar baits, or pheromone traps are often used to attract adult mythimna sinuosa.
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Habitat Preferences of Mythimna sinuosa Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of mythimna sinuosa are typically deposited on the underside of leaves of the host plant. Once hatched, caterpillars reside on the host plants, often feeding on the leaves or hiding near the base during the day. The pupae of mythimna sinuosa are usually found in the soil or leaf litter nearby, as they seek a protected place to undergo metamorphosis. Adults, being nocturnal, are frequently found near sources of light at night or hiding in vegetation during the day. To find these stages, search the host plants for eggs and caterpillars, inspect the ground or leaf litter for pupae, and observe areas around lights or dense foliage for adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Mythimna sinuosa
Nighttime is the best period to find adult mythimna sinuosa as they are nocturnal and attracted to light.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Mythimna sinuosa
Warm, humid nights with little to no moonlight provide optimal conditions for observing or capturing adult mythimna sinuosa.
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Harmful Effects of Mythimna sinuosa
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of mythimna sinuosa consume the leaves of various host plants, leading to defoliation which impairs photosynthesis. In significant numbers, this can lead to crop failure, economic loss, and food scarcity. Minimal infestations cause little apparent damage, but severe cases drastically reduce yields.

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Beneficial Effects of Mythimna sinuosa
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Pollinator
Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Smell
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Mythimna sinuosa has a knack for navigation at night, relying on the scent of flowering grasses to seek its pollen meal. This adept flyer performs a nocturnal dance amid blossoms, unwittingly transferring pollen as it feeds.
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