Drinker — size comparison

The drinker occurs in damp meadows, peatlands and watersides. Caterpillars feed on grasses and reeds, using vegetation at these sites. Overwintering occurs in t

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Wingspan

między końcami rozłożonych skrzydeł · bez ogonkówScale for the stated dimensions · each animal is labelled

Drinker

Euthrix potatoria

57,5 mmAdult male
wingspan

między końcami rozłożonych skrzydeł · bez ogonkówMeasurement: side · approximate projection

The stated dimensions share a scale without a common ground line. Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Measurement comparisonScale in cm
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DrinkerWingspan57.5 mm
Bank cardLong edge of the card8.56 cm

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Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Drinker — size comparison — facts and sources

The drinker occurs in damp meadows, peatlands and watersides. Caterpillars feed on grasses and reeds, using vegetation at these sites. Overwintering occurs in the caterpillar stage.

Adults do not feed and are active at night, chiefly from June to August.

Measurement sources