22/07/2024
β£οΈπIt's that time of the year again where you see those pretty caterpillars ( Cinnabar Moth ) munching on these yellow flowers. Keep your pet away, they're very toxic.πβ£οΈ
π"About. Cinnabar moths start life as yellow and black caterpillars and are particularly fond of munching on ragwort plants. Their bright colours warn predators that they're poisonous, but they only build up their poison after feeding on the ragwort."
π"The hairs on the caterpillar are poisonous to humans and can cause a nasty rash if touched. Not a pleasant insect to encounter! The attractive Cinnabar Moth is black with red patches on its wings and is thought to take its name from the mineral cinnabar."