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Dusky birch sawfly, Craesus latitarsus, larvae on the leaves on a young silver birch tree, Betula pendula, Berkshire
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Dusky birch sawfly, Craesus latitarsus, larvae on the leaves on a young silver birch tree, Betula pendula, Berkshire
Dusky birch sawfly, Craesus latitarsus, larvae on the leaves on a young silver birch tree, Betula pendula, Berkshire, September
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Media ID 10594768
© FLPA/Nigel Cattlin
Back Betula Birch Caterpillars Curled Damage Defensive Hymenoptera Insecta Larva Larvae Leaf Leaves Position Sawfly September Silver Craesus Dusky Pendula
Nature's Leafy Conundrum - Dusky Birch Sawfly Larvae Strike a Pose on Silver Birch Tree in Berkshire!
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. In this snapshot captured by FLPA photographer Nigel Cattlin, we witness an enchanting scene straight out of a miniature fantasy world. A young silver birch tree stands tall and proud, adorned with its vibrant green leaves. However, upon closer inspection, mischief is afoot! Clinging onto the delicate foliage are the mischievous larvae of the Dusky Birch Sawfly. These tiny caterpillars, scientifically known as Craesus latitarsus, have adopted an ingenious defensive position that would make any yoga master envious. With their bodies adorably curled back against the leaf surface, they seem to be striking playful poses or perhaps practicing some secret insect martial art! But don't let their innocent appearance fool you; these little critters can cause quite a stir among birch enthusiasts. As members of the Hymenoptera family (insects related to bees and wasps), they possess sharp mandibles capable of nibbling away at precious birch leaves. Yet amidst all this apparent chaos lies nature's intricate beauty – an interplay between predator and prey that keeps our ecosystems thriving. So next time you stumble upon such a peculiar sight in your own backyard or wander through Berkshire's picturesque landscapes in September, take a moment to appreciate these fascinating creatures who remind us that even small beings can leave big impressions on our hearts!
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