Day 1 – 30 Days Wild – Caterpillar

Posted on June 1, 2022 by Alex White - Appletonwild

Found this large caterpillar on the road, so carefully moved it to the side where it won’t get run over

The caterpillar of the drinker moth (Euthrix potatoria) have hairs that are an irritant which protect it from predators. I moved it using a stick.

About Alex White - Appletonwild

This is my diary of the wildlife where I live in Oxfordshire, and sometimes the places I visit. My passion is for British wildlife, especially Badgers and Hares. This year my debut book "Get Your Boots On" was published I am a keen amateur photographer. All the photographs on this blog are taken by myself unless stated otherwise. I am a member of A Focus on Nature, the network for Young Nature Conservationists, BBOWT, The Oxon Mammal group and The Oxfordshire Badger Group. You can also follow me on Twitter @Appletonwild Instagram appletonwild
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