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Cutworm

Noctuidae

Photo by Smith Zoo
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Field Notes

Description:

± 25 mm

Habitat:

Found in garden at night.

Reference Links:

Agrotis

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Smith Zoo
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agrotis
Smith Zoo
Thanks Leuba, yes that is very similar indeed! It is very interesting how many South African and Australian species are similar! especially our fynbos! :)
Leuba Ridgway
Looks like cutworm (Agrotis sp) - similar to the one in the link http://www3.hcs.ohio-state.edu/turfwiki/index.php/Black_Cutworm I have seen several of this species over here this season. There are many that look quite similar but have slightly different patterns on wings.

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PublishedSeptember 8, 2013

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