I encountered this striking Fox Moth caterpillar at RSPB Minsmere last weekend, almost exactly in the same spot as one I saw at the end of September a year ago.
I always find it strange to see a caterpillar crawling along the sandy scrub beside the beach. I tend to associate caterpillars with meadows and marshland, which of course is the case for some species of caterpillar.
If you turn your back on the shore, this is the view of the scrapes from the hide ... The reedbeds are just beginning to turn golden-brown.
It is a beautiful scene looking through the deck railings.
ReplyDeleteCute furry caterpillar! The shot of the wetlands and reeds is beautiful. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteAren't those caterpillars fabulous? There were always lots out on the moor here until last year when I only saw one. Let's hope this year is better again and I'm glad to see they're looking healthy elsewhere!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Em, Eileen and Larry, for your kind comments on this furry creature!
ReplyDeleteThanks Caroline for the connect to the website. I look at all things that have trolleys on them since we did the mural.
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