Fine Art Print : Lappet Moth (Gastropacha quercifolia) full grown larva, feeding on hawthorn, Oxfordshire, England, May
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Lappet Moth (Gastropacha quercifolia) full grown larva, feeding on hawthorn, Oxfordshire, England, May
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9677433
© FLPA/Malcolm Schuyl
Caterpillar Caterpillars Foodplant Foodplants Hawthorn Hawthorns Lappet Lappets Larva Larvae Lasiocampidae Lepidoptera Moth Moths Oxfordshire Eats Feeds
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.7cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Hungry Caterpillar - A Lappet Moth Larva's Feast in Oxfordshire!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness a remarkable moment of nature's dining extravaganza. Meet the full-grown larva of the enchanting Lappet Moth species, Gastropacha quercifolia, as it indulges in a delectable hawthorn meal amidst the picturesque landscapes of Oxfordshire, England. With its vibrant green body adorned with intricate patterns and soft bristles, this Asian insect has traveled all the way to Britain for an epic culinary adventure. May is the perfect time for our hungry caterpillar to savor the succulent leaves of hawthorn plants that dot this temperate region. As it munches away on these delightful foodplants, one can't help but marvel at how effortlessly it blends into its surroundings. The Eurasian larvae have truly mastered their art of camouflage! The luscious feast attracts not only our ravenous protagonist but also other curious creatures that call Oxfordshire home. This harmonious ecosystem comes alive as various insects and arthropods join in on the banquet. Captured by FLPA photographer Malcolm Schuyl, this image encapsulates both beauty and biodiversity. It serves as a gentle reminder that even tiny creatures like caterpillars play an essential role in maintaining our planet's delicate balance. So next time you stumble upon a humble hawthorn tree during your countryside stroll or hike through Oxfordshire, take
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