Brown-tail
The caterpillars of this fluffy white moth are best admired from a distance, as their hairs can irritate the skin.
Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
The caterpillars of this fluffy white moth are best admired from a distance, as their hairs can irritate the skin.
This unmistakable moth spends the winter as an adult, tucked away in a sheltered spot like a cave or outbuilding.
You're more likely to see the attractive, brightly coloured caterpillars than the mullein moth itself.
This beautiful moth is often found resting on leaves, though it does also fly during the day.
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