Spindle Ermine Moth

Yponomeuta cagnagella
Yponomeutidae
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Description

Yellowish to whitish caterpillar with two rows of black dots on the back. Black head. Lives in colonies under silk webs.

Information
Size
1–2 cm
Observation period
April to June
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Common
Host plants
Spindle
Distribution

Throughout France and all of Europe.

Notes

Lives in dense colonies under silk webs covering entire branches. Can completely strip shrubs.