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Brimstone Moths
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Scientific name: Opisthograptis luteolata
Size: Wingspan up to 35mm
Distribution: Found throughout the UK
Months seen: April to October
Habitat: Hedgerows, open woodlands, parks and gardens
Food: Nectar. The twig-like caterpillars feed on hawthorn and rowan
Special features: Brimstone moths have creamy-yellow coloured wings with some small brown and grey spots on the wings.
The twig-like caterpillars can be found between May and July. They may be green (mainly in the north) or brown in colour. They have a hump about half way along their back. When fully grown they are about 3cm long.
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