White Admiral

Ladoga camilla

Uncommon
White Admiral — photo 1 White Admiral — photo 2

Description

Green caterpillar with brownish spiny scoli. Camouflaged on honeysuckle leaves.

Information

FamilyNymphalidae
Size2–3 cm
Hairinessscoli
Observation periodJuly to May
DistributionAlmost all of France. Much of Europe.
ToxicityNo
RarityUncommon

Host plants

  • Honeysuckle

Notes

Overwinters as a caterpillar in a rolled leaf tube. Resembles a small twig.

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