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Moldy Gnophos Moth

Charissa mucidaria

Description:

It s amazing how many moths almost disappear when they settle on our wall. The Common Name is derived from the French Common Name which is "La Gnophos moisie". Although Gnophos is a Latin Genus of Moth it can also mean "stormy clouds", "dark & dingy" etc.

Habitat:

Balcony, attracted from surrounding countryside by night light.

1 Comment

Thanks for the ID Manval.

Llíria, Comunitat Valenciana, Spain

Spotted on Aug 28, 2013
Submitted on Aug 28, 2013

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