White Ermine, Spilosoma lubricipeda Erebidae (Arctiidae)     Arctiinae

ABH 72.020
B&F 2060   *   Spilosoma lubricipeda   *   White Ermine


Widespread, common
Wingspan: 34-48mm. Markings can be variable

Season: May-July
Habitat: Most urban and rural habitats

Larvae feed on herbaceous plants including nettles and docks

Similar: 2061 Buff Ermine and 2063 Muslin Moth


White Ermine, Spilosoma lubricipeda


White Ermine, Spilosoma lubricipeda
White Ermine, Spilosoma lubricipeda
Adult: Studland Heath, Dorset. June 2013

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