Home > Animals > Fishes > T > Thread Tail
180523w0182
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Ardea
180523w0182
Brown Tail Moth Caterpillar - bushes with stripped foilage, caused by population explosion of thousands of caterpillars, Island of Texel, The Netherlands Date: 11-Feb-19
Ardea are an independent specialist photographic library supplying high quality images of wildlife, pets and the environment
Media ID 24518412
© Ardea - All Rights Reserved
Bush Bushes Caterpillar Caterpillars Damage Extensive Holland Larva Larvae Lepidoptera Moth Moths Silk Ush 121118 Vegetation Threads
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Fishes
> G
> Grouper
> Animals
> Fishes
> T
> Thread Tail
> Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment
> New Images March 2022
> Europe
> Netherlands
> Posters
> Europe
> Netherlands
> Related Images
Nature's Hungry Buffet - All-You-Can-Eat Caterpillar Edition!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this hilarious snapshot, the Island of Texel in The Netherlands becomes the ultimate hotspot for caterpillar cuisine. A population explosion of thousands of Brown Tail Moth Caterpillars has turned these innocent bushes into a stripped foliage buffet! It seems like these little critters couldn't resist the temptation to munch their way through every leaf in sight. The scene resembles a wild party where all the guests are dressed as caterpillars and have one mission - to devour everything green! These voracious eaters have left no branch untouched, creating an extensive damage that is both astonishing and amusing. As if straight out of a comedy sketch, silk threads hang from branches like party decorations gone wrong. Who knew that such tiny creatures could cause such chaos? But hey, let's not forget that even wildlife deserves its moment in the spotlight! So next time you're on Texel Island, be sure to check out this unique phenomenon. Witness firsthand how nature can throw a feast for thousands of hungry mouths. Just make sure you bring some extra leaves for those poor bushes who are now sporting fashionable bald looks thanks to our fuzzy friends – the Brown Tail Moth Caterpillars!
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
