Large Yellow Underwing Moth (Noctua pronuba)
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Brown, C. (2025). Large Yellow Underwing Moth (Noctua pronuba). Knowledge Commons. https://doi.org/10.17613/mg74q-xtz83
This illustration depicts the defensive sequence of the large yellow underwing moth (Noctua pronuba). At rest, the moth relies on cryptic forewings for camouflage against tree bark. When disturbed by a predator, it quickly spreads its wings to expose bright yellow-orange hindwings, using a sudden flash of color to startle the threat and facilitate escape.
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