Hypena proboscidalis

The Snout

Hypena proboscidalis, The Snout. Dusk flying moth, commonly associated with its food plant, Nettle, Urtica dioica. Distinguished by its long palps, giving it a snout-like appearance.


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Hypena proboscidalis, The Snout
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Hypena proboscidalis, The Snout
The Snout

Photograph detail


Slide 1: Hypena proboscidalis, The Snout. Dusk flying moth. House in Redmire. August.


Slide 2: Hypena proboscidalis, The Snout. Dusk flying moth. House in Redmire. August.


Slide 3: Hypena proboscidalis, The Snout. Dusk flying moth. House in Redmire. August.