| ADULT |
Wingspan 80-120mm. A large ashy grey
moth that holds its wings in a distinctive roof-like way. Blackish
streaks cover the forewings of the male (female less so) often
with a broad central cross-band. Abdomen has pink and black
banding. 2 raised bluish eyes just below the head are distinctive. |
| CHRYSALIS |
Not located in Britain. |
| LARVA |
Feeds on bindweeds. |
| BEHAVIOUR |
Attracted to light and night scented
flowers. |
| HABITAT |
Ubiquitous especially coastal. |
| FLIGHT PERIOD |
Migrant. July - October. |
| STATUS |
Immigrant. More common towards the
South. |
