description Green Silver Lines Moth Overview
The Green Silver Lines Moth, Bena bicolorana, is a green moth in the family Nolidae found across much of Europe. Adults have leaf-green wings marked by pale silvery lines, which provide the pattern referenced by the common name. The species is associated with deciduous woodland, and its larvae feed mainly on oak, making it relevant to habitats containing mature broadleaf trees.
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What is the scientific name of the Green Silver Lines Moth?
Its scientific name is Bena bicolorana. It belongs to the family Nolidae and is found across much of Europe.
How can you identify a Green Silver Lines Moth?
Adults have leaf-green wings marked with pale silvery lines. Those lines create the pattern referenced by the common name and help distinguish it from less strongly marked green moths.
Where does Bena bicolorana live?
The species is associated with deciduous woodland and other habitats where its larval food plants occur. Its green coloration provides camouflage among leaves and foliage.
Is the Green Silver Lines Moth a butterfly?
No, Bena bicolorana is a moth in the family Nolidae. Its green wings can make it look butterfly-like at a glance, but its classification and resting behavior are those of a moth.
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