Cydia Splendana (Micro Moth)


The Common British micro moth Cydia Splendana, the larvae of which feed on Acorns (Oak) and the Chestnuts of the Sweet Chestnut. The image has been stacked to increase the depth of field detail.


Size: 3347px × 5020px
Location: North Wales, United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Anthony Roberts / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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