False Water Betony
Shargacucullia prenanthis
Checklist NumberB091 [B&F: 2222]
Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Classification
| Family: | Noctuidae |
| Subfamily: | Cuculliinae |
| Genus: | Shargacucullia |
| Species: | prenanthis |
| Authority: | (Boisduval, 1840) |
Occurrence in the British Isles unconfirmed, there are no documented records of this native of alpine meadows and woodland clearings from eastern Europe. Wingspan 37-43 mm. Larva feeds on Common Figwort, Yellow Figwort and Purple Mullein, over-wintering as a pupa; no evidence of breeding in the UK.
