Kentish Glory

Endromis versicolora
Endromidae
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Description

Green caterpillar with pale lateral bands. Arches into a circle at rest on a branch.

Information
Size
5–6 cm
Observation period
May to July
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Uncommon
Host plants
BirchAlderHazelHornbeamAspen
Distribution

Almost all of France and all of Europe. In southern Europe, found only in mountain areas.

Notes

Characteristic resting posture: curls into a circle on a twig.