Buff Ermine Moth

Buff Ermine Moth - Spilosoma luteum Spilosoma luteum
 
Wingspan: Up to 1.6" (4 cm)
Colour: Cream / Buff
Appearing: May - July
Family: Arctiidae
Buff Ermine Moth    

This moth is fairly common in Britain. It is very distinctive with its buff colour and black markings. The male is usually more yellow than the females.

  Buff Ermine Moth - Spilosoma luteum
Buff Ermine Moth
     

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