Tau Emperor

Aglia tau

Uncommon
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Description

Young caterpillars have white and red scoli. Final instar loses its scoli. Green, undulating body.

Information

FamilySaturniidae
Size4–5 cm
Hairinessglabre
Observation periodMay to August
DistributionAlmost all of Europe. In France, wherever beech grows, except the Mediterranean coast.
ToxicityNo
RarityUncommon

Host plants

  • Beech
  • Oak
  • Birch
  • Lime

Notes

Final instar caterpillar loses its prominent horns and turns plain green.

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