: Most species are active only at night and are highly attracted to artificial light sources and sugar baits.
: Their forewings are typically drab (browns and grays) for camouflage, while the hindwings can sometimes be brilliantly colored, as seen in Underwing moths . noctuid moth
: A significant pest in North America that targets a wide variety of garden and field crops. : Most species are active only at night
: They possess specialized "ears" (tympanic organs) on their thorax that allow them to detect ultrasonic pulses from hunting bats. Lifecycle and Behavior noctuid moth