Fox Moth

Macrothylacia rubi
Lasiocampidae
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Description

Young caterpillars dark with pale intersegmental bands. Mature caterpillars covered in rusty-brown hairs. Grey flanks.

Information
Size
6–8 cm
Observation period
August to June
Toxicity
Slightly urticating
Rarity
Common
Host plants
BrambleHeatherCloverGrassesPlantain
Distribution

Throughout France and Europe.

Notes

Overwinters as a caterpillar. Rusty hairs can cause skin irritation.