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Green drab

Green drab

Ophiusa tirhaca

A species of Ophiusa

The wingspan is about 5 cm.

General Info About Green drab
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Attributes of Green drab
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
Mediterranean forest of hardwood
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowering plants, plant sap, honeydew, decaying fruit, other sugary substances
Larva Food Source
Leaves of different plants, fruits, flowers, grains, crops (such as cotton plants)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Green drab 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 Green drab
It is found in southern Europe, Africa, Australia and the southern parts of Asia.
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Distribution Area of Green drab
Southern Europe, Africa, Australia, the southern parts of Asia
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Life Cycle of Green drab
Egg After oviposition, the eggs of green drab are typically round or oval. Color varies, possibly camouflaged. The size is minute, and they serve solely as the creature's developmental inception point.
Larva Hatching from the egg, the larva of green drab is worm-like, with a focus on consuming food to fuel growth. Changes in color and size are notable as it molts multiple times.
Pupal The pupa of green drab represents a transformative stage. Encased within a chrysalis, it is immobile and undergoes significant morphological changes, contrasting earlier larval characteristics.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult green drab’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 Green drab
5 cm
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Predators of Green drab Larvae
Birds, small mammals, rodents, reptiles, spiders, insectivorous insects
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Scientific Classification of Green drab
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Youth Habitat of Green drab
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Green drab
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Green drab
For adults, sweet solutions or fermenting fruit may be used as lures because of its nocturnal and nectar-feeding habits.
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Habitat Preferences of Green drab Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of green drab are commonly found on the underside of leaves from host plants. Caterpillars are generally located on or near the food sources, including leaves and stems of the plant they were born onto. When finding pupae, search the ground or in leaf litter near the host plants, as they often descend to pupate in a more concealed environment. The adult green drab typically inhabit areas where they can find nectar and mates, such as flowering fields, gardens, and sometimes near sources of light at night.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Green drab
Nocturnal surveys would be most appropriate for adults, which are active after dusk. For its immature stages, daylight hours are suitable for manual searching.
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Harmful Effects of Green drab
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Hurt Plant

As green drab feeds, it chews plant tissues, particularly targeting leaves and stems. This activity results in defoliation and potentially girdling of stems, which disrupts nutrient transport. The damage can compromise the health of a variety of trees and shrubs including Tamarix, Pistacia, and Rhus, leading to decreased photosynthesis and weakened plant vigor.

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Beneficial Effects of Green drab
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Attract Plant Feature
Color, Shape
Green drab visits various flowers, mainly during the night. They are not selective and have no preferred type of flowers, being attracted by the color and shape. The pollen grains stick to their body while they feed on nectar and are subsequently transferred to other flowers, aiding in cross-pollination.
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