158613 Lobster Moth Stauropus fagi Length 32mm. An intriguing moth named after the bizarre appearance of its larva. Adult has reddish-grey wings, usually with an orange-pink flush; it is well camouflaged when resting on tree bark. Flies May–July. Larva looks and behaves like an ant when tiny; with maturity its long legs give it a crustacean-like appearance. Larva feeds on Beech, oaks and Hazel. Locally common only in the south.
Filename:
158613.jpg
Size:
4792x2708 / 3.8MB
Source:
Paul Sterry/Nature Photographers Ltd
Date:
5 Jun 2010
Location:
Credit:
Paul Sterry/Nature Photographers Ltd
Copyright:
Paul Sterry/Nature Photographers Ltd
Model Release:
No
Property Release:
No
Restrictions:
Nature Photographers Ltd., West Wit, New Road, Little London, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26 5EU. Tel: +44(0)1256 850661 web: www.naturephotographers.co.uk
