Vapourer Moth Orgyia antiqua

Vapourer moth male The "eyes" are to scare predators.
Vapourer moth male Wingspan 25-30mm; UK flight time Jul-Sep.
Vapourer moth male Although these photos were taken at night, he can also be seen flying in daytime.
The male vapourer moth has wings and feathered antennae so he can find the wingless female who stays near her pupal cocoon most of her adult life.
VAPOURER CATERPILLAR
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