Jersey Tiger - Euplagia quadripunctaria

Wingspan 42 to 52 mm. An attractive and distinctive species which is unlikely to be confused with anything else, however in view of its current scarcity in VC55 records should be supported with verifiable photos.

It flies between July and September, both in the daytime, when it may be found feeding on various flowers, as well as at night when it is attracted to light.

The larvae are hairy, and feed on plants including nettles.

Well established now in the south and south-east of England, it is spreading northwards and has reached the Midlands.

Following a number of unverifiable claims of dayflying adults, the first confirmed VC55 records came in 2023, however this is expected to become more frequent and colonise our area as the National distribution continues to expand.