StoneRoad2013's photos with the keyword: drinker moth

Drinker Moth caterpillar [Euthrix potatoria] found walking in a not especially sensible place ... after taking the picture the caterpillar was re-located to somewhere far more suitable. This moth's common name is derived from the supposed fact that the caterpillars drink drops of dew from blades of grass.

This hairy beast was found sauntering down our driveway, just before a car was due home. Removed for safety and identification ... Drinker moth, Euthrix potatoria caterpillar :- It is probably about to pupate, given how lethargic it was, and especially with darkened colouration. Released to some nice long grass that isn't going to be cut ... note : the grid is 5mm squares