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Small quaker

Small quaker

Orthosia cruda

A species of Orthosia

The Little Kitty Owl (Orthosia (Monima) cruda, syn: Taeniocampa pulverulenta), also known as Yellow-gray Spring Owl, is a butterfly (moth) from the Owlet Butterfly family (Noctuidae).

General Info About Small quaker
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Attributes of Small quaker
Colors
Brown
Black
Gray
Habitat
oak-rich forest; park; wood
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, tree sap, rotten fruit, honeydew, plant fluids
Larva Food Source
Leaves of broadleaved trees, shrubs, oak, birch, willow
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Small quaker is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Small quaker 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 Small quaker 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 Small quaker
It is found in Europe.
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Distribution Area of Small quaker
Europe, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Turkey, the Caucasus, Transcaucasia, Kazakhstan, Israel, Lebanon, Cyprus, Jordan
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Life Cycle of Small quaker
Egg Small quaker begins life encapsulated within a tiny, often spherical egg, commonly laid on plant material. At this time, the insect is a mere cluster of cells.
Larva As a larva, the small quaker voraciously feeds, with a body designed for eating and growth. It dramatically increases in size, molting its skin multiple times.
Pupal Entering the pupal stage, small quaker becomes immobile within a protective cocoon. Here, it undergoes significant transformation, reorganizing into its adult form.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult small quaker displays wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, ready for mobility and reproduction.
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Adult Size of Small quaker
2.5 - 3 cm
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Predators of Small quaker Larvae
Birds, rodents, small mammals, arthropods like spiders and beetles
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Predators of Adult Small quaker
Bats, birds, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Small quaker
The small quaker has the unique ability to produce a special protein that acts as antifreeze, allowing it to survive brutally cold temperatures unscathed.
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Scientific Classification of Small quaker
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Youth Habitat of Small quaker
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas
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Adult Habitat of Small quaker
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Small quaker
Trapping adults may involve using light traps at night or baiting with sugary or fermented substances that mimic the food sources or pheromones attractive to small quaker.
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Habitat Preferences of Small quaker Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of small quaker are often found on the underside of leaves of the host plant. Caterpillars, after hatching, stay on the host plant to feed and can be found among leaves or hidden during the day. Searching for caterpillars may include inspecting plants at night when they are more active. Pupae typically form in the soil or leaf litter near the base of the host plant. When seeking pupae, one might have to carefully sift through the top layer of soil or leaf litter. Adult small quaker are nocturnal and attracted to light, so they can be found near light sources after dusk or resting on the bark of trees during the day.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Small quaker
The suitable time to find small quaker varies across its different life stages. Adults are primarily active at night and are thus best found after dark, using light as an attractant. The immature stages would be more often searched for during the day when they are active on host plants.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Small quaker
Small quaker moth activity may be influenced by weather conditions. Adults are more likely to be active on warm, humid nights with minimal moonlight, as bright conditions can deter them. For the earlier life stages, stable weather with no extremes is preferable since harsh conditions can impede their development or change their typical behavior.
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How and Where Can You Find Small quaker at Different Life Stages
Egg Egg clusters of small quaker are typically laid on the underside of host plant leaves. Look for them by carefully inspecting potential host plants identified through knowledge of small quaker's diet preferences.
Larva Caterpillars or larvae can be found on or near their food plants. Search for signs of feeding, such as holes in leaves, and carefully check both sides of leaves and along stems.
Pupal Locate pupae by looking for them in the soil, leaf litter, or in other sheltered places near the host plants, as small quaker often pupates in hidden locations close to where they fed as larvae.
Adult Small quaker can be attracted at night using a light trap, which involves setting up a bright light next to a white sheet or directly onto a flat surface to make the attracted moths easier to observe or capture.
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Harmful Effects of Small quaker
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Hurt Plant

The small quaker inflicts damage primarily by chewing on the tissues of leaves and stems. Affected deciduous trees and shrubs, including oak and willow, display defoliation and potentially damaged stems, which can compromise overall plant health, hinder growth, and reduce photosynthesis.

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Beneficial Effects of Small quaker
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Pollinator
Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Small quaker is an active nocturnal pollinator, primarily attracted by the color and scent of flowers, which are usually more pronounced at night. This pollinator consumes pollen, inadvertently transferring it from one flower to another during its feeding routine, thus playing a vital role in the ecosystem.
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