Mullein Shark

Cucullia verbasci

Common
Mullein Shark — photo 1 Mullein Shark — photo 2 Mullein Shark — photo 3 Mullein Shark — photo 4

Description

White, sometimes greenish caterpillar. Yellow transverse bands with black spots. Yellow head speckled with black.

Information

FamilyNoctuidae
Size4–5 cm
Hairinesspoil_ras
Observation periodJune to September
DistributionThroughout France and much of Europe.
ToxicityNo
RarityCommon

Host plants

  • Mullein
  • Figwort
  • Buddleia

Notes

Very distinctive colouring, unmistakable on mullein flowers.

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