Lasiocampidae Collection

Fox moth caterpillar (Macrothylacia rubi) crawling along grassy cliff edge, near Bude, Cornwall, UK, March

Butterflies and Moths, Plate 13, Bombyces, Saturniidae, etc
Butterflies and Moths, Plate 13, Bombyces, Lasiocampidae, Saturniidae, Drepanidae, Notodontidae. Date: 1896

Butterflies and Moths, Plate 12, Bombyces, Zeuzeridae, etc
Butterflies and Moths, Plate 12, Bombyces, Zeuzeridae, Cochliopodidae, Liparidae, Lasiocampidae. Date: 1896

Various butterflies (Lasiocampidae, Saturniidae, Notodontidae), chromolithograph, published in 1892
Various butterflies (Lasiocampidae, Saturniidae, Notodontidae): 1) Pine-tree lappet (Dendrolimus pini), a-caterpillar, b-butterfly (female); 2) Small emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia), a-caterpillar

Various butterflies (Cossidae, Limacodidae, Noctuidae, Lasiocampidae), chromolithograph, published in 1892
Various butterflies (Cossidae, Limacodidae, Lasiocampidae): 1) Leopard moth or Wood leopard moth (Zeuzera pyrina), a-caterpillar, b-pupa, c-butterfly; 2) Festoon(Apoda limacodes), a-caterpillar

Moth (Stoermeriana pachyla) on leaf, Dazalanyama Forest, Malawi, east Africa. Controlled conditions

Illustration, Lasiocampidae -- Lasiocampa Quercus, Lasiocampa Rubi, Eriogaster Rimicola, Eriogaster Lanestris, Crateronyx Dumeti

Harmful forest insects
Illustration of a harmful forest insects

Picture No. 11072633
Grass Eggar on grass A Veiga, Galicia, Spain

Picture No. 11072632
Grass Eggar on grass A Veiga, Galicia, Spain

Lappet Moth (Gastropacha quercifolia) larvae, congregation on hawthorn twig, Oxfordshire, England, May

Lackey Moth (Malacosoma neustria) caterpillar, on silken tent, St. Davids Head, Pembrokeshire, Wales, May

Lappet Moth (Gastropacha quercifolia) cocoon, attached to hawthorn twig, Oxfordshire, England, June

Lappet Moth (Gastropacha quercifolia) full grown larva, on hawthorn twig, Oxfordshire, England, May

Lappet Moth (Gastropacha quercifolia) adult, resting on tree trunk, Oxfordshire, England, July

Drinker Moth (Euthrix potatoria) adult female, laying eggs on grass stem, Ceredigion, Wales, July

Caterpillar of Oak eggar (Lasiocampa quercus) on twig

Lasiocampa quercus, oak eggar moth
Plate 49 from Larvae and Pupae of British Lepidoptera (1878) by Theo Johnson

Grass Eggar (Lasiocampa trifolii) caterpillar, on marram grass stalk in sand dunes, Pembrey Country Park, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, Wales, May

Drinker Moth (Euthrix potatoria) caterpillar, on stem in coastal sand dune system, Pembrey Country Park, Carmarthenshire, South Wales, May

Lackey Moth (Malacosoma neustria) caterpillars, on silken tent covering cone, Vercors, Rhone-Alpes, France, may

Small Eggar (Eriogaster lanestris) Larvae - on Larval Tent

Small Eggar (Eriogaster lanestris) caterpillars, in woven silk tent, Dorset, England, may

Lappet / Eggar moth caterpillars congregating on branch whilst moulting. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4723 Lappet / Eggar moth caterpillars congregating on branch whilst moulting. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Lasiocampidae Eutricha sp. Alan J. S

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"Lasiocampidae: A Fascinating Family of Butterflies and Moths" Step into the enchanting world of Lasiocampidae, a captivating family of butterflies and moths that have mesmerized naturalists for centuries. In the realm of entomology, these delicate creatures hold a special place, as they grace our planet with their ethereal beauty. As we delve into the pages of history, we encounter stunning chromolithographs from 1892 that showcase the diversity within this remarkable family. Plate 13 reveals an array of Bombyces belonging to Saturniidae and Lasiocampidae - their intricate patterns and vibrant colors capturing our imagination. Moving on to Plate 12, we are introduced to another branch in the moth kingdom - Zeuzeridae. The detailed illustrations transport us to a world where nature's artistry is on full display. But it is not just about aesthetics; it has been associated with harmful forest insects. Picture No. 11072633 reminds us that even amidst their allure, these creatures can pose challenges for our woodlands. Yet, let us not forget the marvels hidden within this family's life cycle. Witnessing a Fox moth caterpillar gracefully crawling along a grassy cliff edge near Bude evokes awe at nature's resilience and adaptability. Venturing further east to Dazalanyama Forest in Malawi, East Africa, we stumble upon Stoermeriana pachyla - a moth perched delicately on a leaf. This serene moment encapsulates the harmony between insect and environment. Returning closer to home in Oxfordshire, England during June brings forth yet another spectacle - Gastropacha quercifolia emerging from its cocoon as an exquisite Lappet Moth pupa is revealed. Nature's transformations never cease to amaze. The illustrations accompanying this caption serve as visual reminders of the wonders that lie within Lasiocampidae.