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Did you know the Angle Shades moth mimics a withered leaf to hide in plain sight? June is the perfect time to spot these masters of disguise! Check out recent sightings or log your own at https://www.underthehedge.com/explore/species/Angle%20Shades #AngleShades #MothWatching #wildlife #UnderTheHedge
Angle Shades (Phlogophora meticulosa) sightings & facts | Under The Hedge

The Angle Shades moth is a master of disguise, featuring uniquely scalloped wings that mimic a curled, withered leaf. Keep an eye out for these delicate…

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BeaAug 8, 2025
Die Achateule ist dämmerungs- und nachtaktiv. Bei dem Schmetterling handelt es sich um einen Wanderfalter. In Mitteleuropa gibt es zwei Generationen pro Jahr. In wärmeren Regionen kann die Raupe überwintern. Die Falter schlüpfen im Frühjahr und werden durch Zuflüge aus Südeuropa ergänzt. Anzutreffen ist die Achateule an Waldrändern, auf Lichtungen, feuchten Wiesen, in Gärten, Parks, aber auch in Städten.

Quelle: www.insektenbox.de

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Strider LongshanksFeb 2, 2025
This angle shades moth looks like it has been in a fight, or else been shot down in flames during a dogfight, with its slightly serrated rear wing edges. It was surprisingly (to me at least) immobile, which didn't seem to be the best strategy to hide itself from being eaten, nor was its choice of hiding place against a teak stained outside table.
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Jonny ClarkOct 16, 2023

A few #moths from the trap at #WWTCastleEspie on Saturday: #November, #RedGreenCarpet and #AngleShades.

#nature #NaturePhotography #wildlife #invertebrate #insect #Insects #InsectPhotography #lepidoptera #moth #MothsMatter #Mothstodon #MothTrap #wwt #CountyDown #NorthernIreland @savebutterflies

Mike 👩‍🌾Aug 15, 2023
Mostly it’s butterflies that attract my attention. But this ‘Angle Shades’ moth found its way into our kitchen & stayed motionless on the edge of the worktop
#moth #moths #lepidoptery #AngleShades #InMyGarden #gaygardeners #MothsOfMastodon
Roger WardFeb 20, 2023

Today's moth is an Angle Shades, Phlogophora meticulosa. The wings fold along the body, and the markings resemble a withered brown leaf, for protection from predators.

All moths are humanely trapped, photographed, recorded on the Sussex & UK databases, & safely released.

I usually follow back, & really appreciate boosts. 🙂

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AgrimonySpikesNov 27, 2022

I was told this was #AngleShades #Moth #Caterpillar Mid March 2022

Caterpillar ID is not my strong point.
I'm not keen on disturbing them either for a better look.

Hanging out on #Knapweed leaf with #OxeyeDaisy nearby in my urban garden #Wildflowers border.

Looking plump. Moth is a big sized fella. Would be a nice catch for any urban #bats.

Native #Wildflowers are important as are untidy overwintering areas in urban settings for increasing #wildlife.