Jersey Tiger
Common NameJersey Tiger
Scientific NameEuplagia quadripunctaria
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Primary Colorsorange, black, white
HabitatWoodland edges, hedgerows, gardens, coastal areas, river valleys
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa, Middle East, parts of Western Asia, locally in the UK
Host PlantsUrtica dioica, Rubus fruticosus, Lonicera, Borago officinalis, Symphytum, Eupatorium cannabinum
Flight PeriodJuly to September
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesOverwinters as a larva, which is dark and hairy. Pupation occurs in a loose cocoon on the ground, with adults emerging in summer.
Identification TipsLook for the unique forewing pattern of dark brown with bold creamy white stripes. The bright orange hindwings with black spots are clearly visible when the moth is at rest or in flight.
Description
A distinctive moth featuring dark brown forewings with creamy white stripes, and vibrant orange hindwings adorned with prominent black spots.
