description Marbled White Spot Moth Overview
Marbled White Spot, Protodeltote pygarga, is a small moth of the family Noctuidae, first described by Johann Siegfried Hufnagel in 1766. It has a Palearctic distribution extending across Europe and into parts of Asia; in Britain it is locally associated with acid heaths and damp woodland. Adults fly mainly from May to July, and the caterpillars feed on grasses including purple moor-grass.
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What is the scientific name of the Marbled White Spot moth?
The Marbled White Spot moth is scientifically known as Protodeltote pygarga. It belongs to the family Noctuidae.
Who first described the Marbled White Spot moth?
Johann Siegfried Hufnagel first described the species in 1766. The moth is now classified as Protodeltote pygarga.
Where is the Marbled White Spot moth found?
It has a Palearctic distribution extending across Europe and into parts of Asia. In Britain, it is locally associated with acid heaths and damp grassland habitats.
What habitat does the Marbled White Spot moth prefer in Britain?
In Britain, the species is particularly associated with acid heaths and damp areas. Its local distribution reflects the availability of those habitats rather than an even presence across the country.
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