Noctuidae

73.318 Wood's Dart Agrotis graslini Rambur, 1848

Resident on Jersey

Similar species: Archer's Dart Agrotis vestigialis is smaller (14 to 18mm) with a less pointed forewing and some grey on the hindwing (not just white). The males feathering on the antennae of Archer's Dart does not run as far towards the tip.

Forewing: 15 to 20mm

Habitats: Coastal sand-dunes.

Habits: The moth is attracted to sugar and light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on Tuberous Hawk's-beard, scabious, plantains and docks. It probably pupates under the soil in an earthen cocoon as with similar species.