Small Emperor Moth

Saturnia pavonia
Saturniidae
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Description

Young caterpillar blackish. Adult caterpillar dark to yellowish green with yellow/orange to pink warts ringed with black.

Information
Size
5–7 cm
Observation period
June to September
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Uncommon
Host plants
BrambleBlackthornHeatherWillowHazelApple
Distribution

Throughout France. Almost all of Europe.

Notes

The coloured warts are characteristic. Male moth can detect female from several kilometres away.