Cotton Bollworm

Helicoverpa armigera
Noctuidae
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Description

Hairy caterpillar, green to brown. Pale longitudinal bands on each side. Very variable colouring.

Information
Size
3–4 cm
Observation period
June to October
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Common
Host plants
TomatoMaizeChickpeaSunflower
Distribution

Throughout France and Europe. Migratory species.