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Orchard Ermine (Yponomeuta padella) These caterpillars are from the satin moth. <br /> There are many similar species and each one has its own tree. I forgot to notice the tree they where sitting on so it might also be one of the other species.<br /> <br /> Dutch name: meidoornstippelmot Geotagged,Orchard Ermine,The Netherlands,Yponomeuta padella Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Orchard Ermine (Yponomeuta padella)

These caterpillars are from the satin moth.
There are many similar species and each one has its own tree. I forgot to notice the tree they where sitting on so it might also be one of the other species.

Dutch name: meidoornstippelmot

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  1. View Ferdy Christant's profile
    Ferdy Christant
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    Wow...poor leaves :) Posted 13 years ago
    1. View Joost Thissen's profile
      Joost Thissen
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      Indeed, poor tree. I would expect that this would be an easy meal for the birds but apparently they don't like to eat these. Posted 13 years ago, modified 13 years ago
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    Great composition too, wow, I've never seen so many on one spot. Posted 13 years ago
  4. View Joost Thissen's profile
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    This is the adult moth:
    Orchard Ermine The color and pattern looks to me like a fur coat.<br /> <br /> Dutch name: Meidoornstippelmot (Yponomeuta Padella)<br /> Not sure about the exact specie. Because it is not on a real tree it is impossible to determine the specie without microscopic study. Geotagged,Orchard Ermine,The Netherlands,Yponomeuta padella
     Posted 11 years ago

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The Orchard Ermine

The Orchard Ermine is a lepidoptera from the family Yponomeutidae, the Ermine moths. The wingspan ranges from 19 to 22 mm.It is also known as the Cherry Ermine. The flight time ranges from July to August. The moth is attracted to light.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Joost Thissen
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By Joost Thissen

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Uploaded Jun 9, 2012. Captured May 19, 2012 13:00 in Kempen Route, 5654 Gestel, The Netherlands.
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  • SLT-A55V
  • f/3.5
  • 1/160s
  • ISO400
  • 90mm