Zygaena filipendulae Six Spot Burnet Moth England
£5.95 – £7.95
Six Spot Burnet Moth
Format: SET, mounted on a pin, wings spread, cabinet ready with locational data
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- Description
Description
Description
Taxonomy Identification: Family Zygaenidae. First named by Linnaeus in 1758
Colour:The fore wings are dark metallic green/black with six vivid red spots (sometimes the spots are merged causing possible confusion with other species such as the five-spot burnet). Occasionally, the spots are yellow or even black. The hind wings are red with a blackish fringe.
Size: Wingspan 30-40mm
Comments & Applications: A beautiful shimmering red and black day flying moth. Entomological collectors item, perfect for art projects and educational reference.
Format: SET, mounted on pin cabinet ready with locational data
More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding