The two morphs of the Elephant Hawk Moth
Elephant Hawk Moths are unusual in that the insect is named more after the caterpillar than the adult winged insect. The caterpillars …
I’m a big fan of garden pests
Whenever I search the Internet for an invertebrate, unless it’s rare, there’s always a result which is “How do I get rid …
A poisonous debate
Ragwort. It’s a beautiful yellow-flowered plant which flowers profusely in summer and is food for a myriad of wonderful creatures. Just look …
Caterpillage: The Lackeys and Emperors of Matera
Caterpillar. I love the word. Caterpillar. Isn’t it a strange one to pronounce? Here in Matera there are huge moth caterpillars on …
Bright-line Brown-eye Moth caterpillar
There’s a green caterpillar on the sand of The Ouse. It’s got a bright yellow line along its side and tiny black …