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Pine processionary moth

Thaumetopoea pityocampa

Description:

Best known for large silken tents constructed in pine trees by gregarious larvae and their processional marching habits. Adult has grey-buff wings with dark lines.

Habitat:

Favours pine forest. Flies May-July, widespread and common.

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Dangermouse
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Dangermouse

Algarve, Portugal

Spotted on Apr 15, 2012
Submitted on Apr 15, 2012

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