Fine Art Print : Cinnabar Moth (Tyria jacobaeae) fully-grown larva, feeding on Common Ragwort (Senecio jacobaea), Powys, Wales, july
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Cinnabar Moth (Tyria jacobaeae) fully-grown larva, feeding on Common Ragwort (Senecio jacobaea), Powys, Wales, july
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6567927
© FLPA/Richard Becker
Caterpillar Caterpillars Cinnabar Cinnabars Larva Larvae Larval Lepidoptera Moth Moths Powys Ragwort Ragworts Wales Welsh Eats Feeds Senecio Jacobaea
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Hungry Caterpillar - A Welsh Feast!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness the incredible life cycle of a Cinnabar Moth (Tyria jacobaeae) in action. The fully-grown larva is caught red-handed, or rather red-bodied, as it indulges in a sumptuous meal of Common Ragwort (Senecio jacobaea). Set against the picturesque backdrop of Powys, Wales, this scene showcases the beauty and diversity of European wildlife. With its vibrant black and orange stripes contrasting against the greenery, our star caterpillar devours its favorite delicacy with gusto. This little critter knows how to make the most out of summer in Britain! As temperatures rise and wildflowers bloom across temperate Europe, these hungry larvae emerge from their eggs ready to munch away on ragworts. The Cinnabar Moth larva belongs to an enchanting family known as Lepidoptera – insects that captivate us with their delicate wings and transformative life cycles. But before they take flight as stunning moths, they must first indulge in a hearty feast during their caterpillar stage. So next time you stumble upon a patch of Common Ragwort while exploring Wales' breathtaking landscapes, keep your eyes peeled for these voracious eaters. They play an essential role in maintaining ecological balance by controlling plant populations through their insatiable appetites. Let this image be a reminder that even small creatures can have big impacts on our natural world
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