Arctia caja
Color: Fore wings brown, hind wings vivid orange or red,
The feathers are brown black.
Height: 4.5 – 7.5 cm
Shape: Wings are wide and rounded
Nutrition: Adults do not eat much.
Larvae; Nettle, Dandelions, Garden plants
Habitat: North America, Europe and Asia
They are widespread in areas such as meadows, forests and gardens.
They are usually active at night, attracted to artificial light.
They can produce chemical deterrents for defense, which are unpleasant.
They hatch in spring and summer.
