European Comma

Polygonia c-album
Nymphalidae
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Description

Brown-black caterpillar with a large white patch on the rear part of the back. Orange to black scoli on the body. The rear half is whitish, mimicking a bird dropping.

Information
Size
3–4 cm
Observation period
June to September
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Common
Host plants
NettleHopCurrantElmWillow
Distribution

Throughout France and almost all of Europe.

Notes

Mimics a bird dropping, excellent protection against predators.