Noctua Collection
"Noctua: The Enigmatic World of Night Creatures" In the depths of darkness, a young little owl named Athene noctua finds solace in curling up into a perfect round shape
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"Noctua: The Enigmatic World of Night Creatures" In the depths of darkness, a young little owl named Athene noctua finds solace in curling up into a perfect round shape, embracing its innate tranquility. Like a Hydra star map guiding lost souls through the night sky, this nocturnal creature navigates with grace and wisdom. As moths flutter by, their delicate wings painted by an unknown artist from the 19th century, they add to the enchantment of Noctua's realm. From Essex, England to Liguria, Italy, these ethereal beings dance upon moonlit grounds. Silver Y and Essex Y moths gracefully glide alongside grey dagger and peach blossom moths as if choreographed by nature itself. Amongst them all is Callophrys rubi - the butterfly green ruby that adorns Casareggio in Liguria with its vibrant hues. Its presence adds a touch of mystique to Noctua's world. But beware. The large yellow underwing moth (Noctua pronuba) takes flight over meadows at night in South West England; it becomes prey for the cunning grey long-eared bat (Plecotus austriacus). A never-ending cycle unfolds as nature plays out its intricate symphony. Catocala pacta moth emerges from obscurity with its captivating beauty while French red underwing and dark crimson underwing varieties leave us spellbound. Among them stands the light crimson underwing moth - Catocala promissa - showcasing elegance amidst darkness. And finally, we encounter Catocala sponsa –the embodiment of mystery wrapped in dark crimson allure. In this enigmatic world where shadows come alive after sunset, Noctua reveals secrets hidden beneath moonlit skies. It invites us to embrace our own inner mysteries and find comfort within our unique shapes just like Athene noctua does when feeling at ease.