Mullein Shark

Cucullia verbasci
Noctuidae
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Description

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

Information
Size
4–5 cm
Observation period
June to September
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Common
Host plants
MulleinFigwortBuddleia
Distribution

Throughout France and much of Europe.

Notes

Very distinctive colouring, unmistakable on mullein flowers.