Grass Eggar
Lasiocampa trifolii
Uncommon
Description
Grey-brown caterpillar with two white spots on the thorax and long grey-brown hairs on the flanks.
Information
| Family | Lasiocampidae |
|---|---|
| Size | 5–7 cm |
| Hairiness | fournie |
| Observation period | August to May |
| Distribution | Throughout France and much of Europe. |
| Toxicity | No |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
Host plants
- Clover
- Lucerne
- Broom
- Heather
- Bird's-foot trefoil
Notes
Overwinters as a caterpillar. Species of open, dry habitats.