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Buff tip moth (Phalera bucephala) caterpillars feeding on leaf, Meeth Quarry, Devon, UK

Buff tip moth (Phalera bucephala) caterpillars feeding on leaf, Meeth Quarry, Devon, UK


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Buff tip moth (Phalera bucephala) caterpillars feeding on leaf, Meeth Quarry, Devon, UK

Buff tip moth (Phalera bucephala) caterpillars feeding on leaf, Meeth Quarry, Devon, UK. July

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naturepl.com / : Ross Hoddinott

Media ID 19225022

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Arthropod Arthropoda Caterpillars Devon Foliage Hexapod Hexapoda Insect Insecta Invertebrate Larva Leaf Lepidoptera Lepidopterans Moth Noctuid Noctuid Moth Noctuoidea Owlet Moth Buff Tip Moth Notodontidae Phalera Phalera Bucephala


Leafy Buffet - Phalera bucephala Caterpillars Enjoy a Devon Delicacy!

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by Ross Hoddinott, we witness a delightful scene straight out of a caterpillar's dream. A group of ravenous Buff tip moth (Phalera bucephala) caterpillars are caught red-handed as they indulge in an all-you-can-eat leaf feast at Meeth Quarry, Devon, UK. These charming critters seem to have mastered the art of fine dining as they delicately nibble on the lush foliage with their tiny mouths. With their vibrant green bodies contrasting against the verdant backdrop, these voracious larvae showcase nature's incredible palette. As members of the notodontidae family and belonging to the lepidopteran order, these owlet moths-to-be are well on their way to becoming magnificent winged creatures. But for now, they're content munching away on this delectable plant buffet. This enchanting photograph serves as a reminder that even in our own backyard, there is an entire world teeming with fascinating wildlife waiting to be discovered. So next time you stumble upon some leaf-munching caterpillars like these little buff tips, take a moment to appreciate nature's intricate beauty and perhaps join them for lunch!

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