72.030 Jersey Tiger

Euplagia quadripunctaria

TQ4792 13/08/2024 ©Raymond Small

The Jersey Tiger originates from the Channel Islands and since 2017 has become a prolific sight in the Hainault area. It flies during daytime from July to September and many people mistake it for an orange-coloured butterfly when flying. The larvae feed on nettles, hemp-agrimony, plantains and other shrubs.

TQ4792 13/08/2024 ©Raymond Small

TQ4792 04/08/2024 ©Raymond Small

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