Arctia villica CREAM SPOT TIGER moth
Cream Spot Tiger moth
Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting
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Description
Description
Taxonomy Identification: Family Arctiidae. First named by Linnaeus in 1758
Colour: The topside (recto) forewings are black with cream patterns. The hindwing is yellow with black spots. The underside (verso) is similar but much paler.
Size: Wingspan 45-60mm
Comments & Applications: A well known British moth, famous for its “wooly bear” caterpillar. Inhabiting woodland and a range of open grassy areas, covering much of the southern half of England and Wales.. The adult moths are spectacular with vivid patterns and colours. Very popular among framers and the art and design industry. Also highly collectable among entomologists.
Format: We sell this species in both Set/spread format and unmounted, papered, with wings folded. Please choose from the drop tab.
More information: External link– Captive Breeding