Hi Folks,
I saw this cat yesterday in the South of France on Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) while looking for Brown Hairstreak eggs.
Any ideas ?
I didn't see a nest of cats nearby. It was all on its own.
Context:
Thanks,
Chris
NB. Lasiocampidae something ?
Is it Oak eggar ?
I think I've answered my own question.
Another caterpillar from France
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Re: Another caterpillar from France
here is a picture of L quercus from Yorkshire:
http://whitbynaturalists.co.uk/forum/ga ... 45_29.jpeg
http://whitbynaturalists.co.uk/forum/ga ... 45_29.jpeg
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Re: Another caterpillar from France
Thanks for the photo Charles.
My cat looks a bit different but it could be at a different stage.
Chris
My cat looks a bit different but it could be at a different stage.
Chris
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Re: Another caterpillar from France
Yes, that is an early instar Oak Eggar larva...they overwinter in this stage. DB
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Re: Another caterpillar from France
Thanks Downland Boy.downland boy wrote:Yes, that is an early instar Oak Eggar larva...they overwinter in this stage. DB
Chris
Re: Another caterpillar from France
Great find, Chris. All you need now is to photograph the adult at rest!!!
This moth (certainly the male) never seems to take a break. I've seen dozens over the years in flight and one day I hope to see one come to ground!
This moth (certainly the male) never seems to take a break. I've seen dozens over the years in flight and one day I hope to see one come to ground!
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Re: Another caterpillar from France
It would be interesting to know whether the Yorkshire cat photo was taken at this time of year. This would demonstrate the 2-year overwintering cycle that is supposed to occur in the North. The adults emerging earlier than in the South, somewhat counter-intuitively
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David M wrote:Great find, Chris. All you need now is to photograph the adult at rest!!!
This moth (certainly the male) never seems to take a break. I've seen dozens over the years in flight and one day I hope to see one come to ground!
here is what to look for:
![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif)
( this one is from Aude France, but i have also photographed one in my hedge in Huntingdon Angleterre )
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Re: Another caterpillar from France
Thank you David, Essex and Charles.
I will keep my eyes peeled when the weather improves.
I am currently in Leicester visiting family as I write, and the mini beast from the east is blowing a blizzard across the garden.
Some birds, squirrels and foxes have been seen in the garden though:
I will keep my eyes peeled when the weather improves.
I am currently in Leicester visiting family as I write, and the mini beast from the east is blowing a blizzard across the garden.
Some birds, squirrels and foxes have been seen in the garden though:
Re: Another caterpillar from France
Grrr! Chance would be a fine thing, Charles!Charles Nicol wrote:...here is what to look for:
I suspect going out on a cool day might be ideal as these things will not be grounded when the weather is set fair.