Fox Moth Caterpillar
Macrothylacia rubi
56.4193, -4.81945
Field Notes
Description:
The caterpillars can be a little tricky to identify as they change colour as they grow. The younger caterpillars are black with thin orange bands along their length. The older caterpillars are a reddish-brown colour and covered in long grey hairs. They can be found from June to April, but between the months of September and March they hibernate in leaf litter.
Habitat:
These caterpillars are widely distributed throughout the UK. Can be found in meadows, heathland, downland, open woods, parks and gardens (http://www.uksafari.com/foxmoths.htm). I found this one while hiking around Beinn Dubh.
Reference Links:
Fox Moth Macrothylacia rubi - UKMoths
Species ID Suggestions
2
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 8, 2013
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