Scarce Dagger

Acronicta auricoma
Noctuidae
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Description

The caterpillar is identified by its rows of tubercles bearing tufts of stiff, golden-red to orange hairs, contrasting with its dark gray to black body. Each row features four yellow to red-orange warts. The head is black.

Information
Size
3–4 cm
Observation period
May to September
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Uncommon
Host plants
OakBirchWillowRaspberryBrambleBilberry
Distribution

Throughout France and a large part of Europe.

Notes

Although very hairy, it is a harmless, non-stinging species.