Tau Emperor
Aglia tau
Uncommon
Description
Young caterpillars have white and red scoli. Final instar loses its scoli. Green, undulating body.
Information
| Family | Saturniidae |
|---|---|
| Size | 4–5 cm |
| Hairiness | glabre |
| Observation period | May to August |
| Distribution | Almost all of Europe. In France, wherever beech grows, except the Mediterranean coast. |
| Toxicity | No |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
Host plants
- Beech
- Oak
- Birch
- Lime
Notes
Final instar caterpillar loses its prominent horns and turns plain green.