Noctuidae

73.326 Grouville Dart Agrotis catalaunensis (Millière, 1873)

Immigrant Channel Islands

Similar species: The male of Shuttle-shaped Dart Agrotis puta insula is on average smaller (12 to 16mm) and has less streaked markings. The identity can only be confirmed by checking the genitalia.

Forewing: 15 to 16mm

Habitats: Dry rocky scrub.

Habits: A Mediterannean species with only one British record at Grouville, Jersey on 10th September 2002.

Foodplant: Unknown, but probably low-growing herbaceous plants. It will accept Dandelion in captivity.