description Dot moth Overview
The dot moth, Melanchra persicariae, is a noctuid moth of the Palearctic, with adults recognized by dark forewings marked with a large white stigma or dot. The wingspan is about 37-40 mm, and adults fly mainly in July and August in the British Isles, visiting light traps in gardens, waste ground, and roadside verges. The larvae feed on a wide range of garden and wild plants. [UKMoths species account](https://www.ukmoths.org.uk/species/melanchra-persicariae/adult-2/)
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What does the dot moth look like?
The dot moth, Melanchra persicariae, has dark forewings with a large white stigma or dot. Adults have a wingspan of about 37 to 40 mm.
When do adult dot moths fly in Britain?
Adult dot moths mainly fly in July and August in the British Isles. They are often recorded at light traps placed in gardens.
Where is the dot moth found?
Melanchra persicariae is a Palearctic noctuid moth. Its range covers temperate parts of Europe and Asia.
What kind of moth is Melanchra persicariae?
The dot moth is a member of the family Noctuidae, commonly called the owlet moths. Its scientific name is Melanchra persicariae.
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