Caterpillars

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jemberelli
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Caterpillars

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As I was reversing out of the drive I saw something attached to the hedge. At first glance it looked like a spider web with rubbish caught up in it. On closer inspection, it was covered in caterpillars - any clues? Is this some sort of day nursery set up by a moth/butterfly?!

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I havent a clue, Jem but on first glance it looks like a hedgehog to me. {rofwl} {rofwl} {rofwl}

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They look peacock butterfly caterpillars, usually on nettles though, were there any
nearby?
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There are masses of nettles everywhere! Thanks for that Kitla, nice to know what they are )t'
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