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Common Bagworm Moth, Heesch, Netherlands Larva case attached to a leaf, found in our backyard. Common Bagworm Moth,Diffuser,Europe,Heesch,Netherlands,Psyche casta,World,the Netherlands Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Common Bagworm Moth, Heesch, Netherlands

Larva case attached to a leaf, found in our backyard.

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"Psyche casta" is a nocturnal moth from the family Psychidae, the bagworm moths. The wingspan of the males ranges from 12 to 15 millimeters. The females do not have wings. The host plants are from the groups: Poaceae, birch, willow, poplar and "Vaccinium". The caterpillars make a protective hull from grass. The flight time ranges from May to July.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded May 31, 2022. Captured May 27, 2022 15:41.
  • NIKON D850
  • f/1.0
  • 1/200s
  • ISO400