Gastropacha populifolia POPLAR LAPPET MOTH

£2.55

Poplar Lappet Moth

Format: Unmounted / Papered

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SKU: WB6815

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Lasiocampidae. First named by Linnaeus in 1758

Colour: Overall colour a rich autumn brown with fine black lines on the forewing. Hind-wing sooty brown. Some examples exhibit a yellow tinge.

Size: Wingspan 45-80 mm

Comments & Applications:  A widespread European moth, resembling a dried leaf when at rest. A curious and seldom offered species, similar to our native lappet moth. Ideal for reference collections, education, film, media, artistry and interior design

Format: Supplied Papered / unmounted requires relaxing and setting.

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