Cucullia umbratica

(Linnaeus, 1758)

shark moth

Cucullia umbratica, commonly known as the shark , is a noctuid moth first described by Linnaeus in 1758. The is widely distributed across Europe and has been recorded in North America. are and attracted to light. The derives from the larval form, which has a distinctive shark-like profile.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cucullia umbratica: //kʊˈkʊl.i.a ʊmˈbra.tɪ.ka//

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Distribution

Europe (including Belgium, with records from Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, and Walloon Region); North America (present, introduced or vagrant ).

Behavior

are and attracted to light sources.

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