The caterpillars feed on a wide variety of deciduous trees as well as many other plants such as bramble and hops.

Pale Tussock Moth (Calliteara pudibunda) larva

Pale Tussock Moth (Calliteara pudibunda) larva

Pale Tussock Moth (Calliteara pudibunda) larva

Pale Tussock Moth (Calliteara pudibunda) Larva

August 30, 2018February 8, 2022 / Michael Griffiths / 6 Comments

6 thoughts on “Pale Tussock Moth (Calliteara pudibunda) Larva”

tootlepedal

August 30, 2018 at 11:34 pm

Furry caterpillars never cease to delight and amaze in equal measure.

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- Michael Griffiths
  
  August 31, 2018 at 7:23 am
  
  Nature is amazing, Tom.
  
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David

August 31, 2018 at 3:14 am

Beautiful caterpillar and nicely shot.

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- Michael Griffiths
  
  August 31, 2018 at 7:22 am
  
  Thank you, David.
  
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Anne

August 31, 2018 at 6:00 am

Wonderful photographs.

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- Michael Griffiths
  
  August 31, 2018 at 7:21 am
  
  Thanks Anne.
  
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