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noctuidae (dict)
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Noctuidae The Noctuidae are a family of robustly-built moths with more than 25,000 known species 100,000 in the family. Most have drab forewings, although some have brightly coloured underwings. There are usually few differences between the sexes. Several species have larvae (caterpillars) that live in the soil and are agricultural or horticultural pests. These are the "cutworms" that eat the bases of young brassicas and lettuces. They form hard, shiny pupae. Species include:
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