Agrotis porphyricollis
Agrotis porphyricollis (Variable Cutworm) is a noctuid moth. It is found in Tasmania, Victoria and New South Wales.
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Agrotis porphyricollis Guenée, 1852 | |
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The wingspan is about 30 mm.
The larvae stay underground during daytime and emerge at night to feed. They are considered a pest on Beta vulgaris and Solanum tuberosum.
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