Straw Underwing

Thalepophila matura

Relatively widespread and locally common species in England and Wales, though scarce in the south-west.

Larva grey brown; dorsal line dark with pale centre; on each side a series of pale and dark longitudinal lines.

The nocturnal larvae feed on various grasses, and hide during the day.

This species overwinters as a small Larva.

Forewing grey brown with darker dusting and suffusion; veins towards termen pale grey; a slight rufous tinge longitudinally along both folds, more conspicuous at the outer edge of reniform stigma.

This Moth flies at night in July and August and is attracted to light, sugar and various nectar-rich flowers.