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Catocala optata

Catocala optata

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Description:

Catocala optata is a moth of the Noctuidae family. It is known from south-central Europe (except Greece) and north-western Africa.
The wingspan is 61-63 mm. Adults are on wing from July to September.
The larvae have been recorded feeding on Salix caprea and Salix viminalis. The larvae can be found from Juni to July.

Notes:

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Catocala Moth

Catocala optata

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Jacob Gorneau
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PublishedAugust 26, 2013

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