Polyphaenis sericata

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Polyphaenis sericata
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Noctuidae
Genus: Polyphaenis
Species: P. sericata
Binomial name
Polyphaenis sericata
Esper, 1787

The Guernsey Underwing (Polyphaenis sericata) is a moth of the Noctuidae family. It is found in Europe and Asia.

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The wingspan is 38–44 mm.

The larvae feed on various herbaceous plants, including Privet, Honeysuckle and Dogwood.

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