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Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis) introduced pest species, pupae, on Box (Buxus sempervirens) larval foodplant
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Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis) introduced pest species, pupae, on Box (Buxus sempervirens) larval foodplant
Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis) introduced pest species, pupae, on Box (Buxus sempervirens) larval foodplant, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Italy, August
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Media ID 10797872
© FLPA/Gianpiero Ferrari
Alien Aliens Alpine Alps Cannobina Valley Chrysalis Crambidae Foodplant Foodplants Introduced Introduction Introductions Invasive Italian Italy Larval Lepidoptera Moth Moths Pest Pests Piedmont Pupa Pupae Shrub Shrubs Southern Europe Species Valley Valleys Montane Upland Uplands
Nature's Fashion Show - The Box Tree Moth and its Stylish Pupae Take Center Stage in the Italian Alps!
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. In this snapshot, FLPA photographer Gianpiero Ferrari captures a truly fashionable moment in the animal kingdom. Meet the Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis), an introduced pest species that has made quite a buzz with its stunning pupae. Perched delicately on their larval foodplant, the majestic Buxus sempervirens shrub, these pupae showcase their chrysalis beauty against the breathtaking backdrop of Cannobina Valley in the Italian Alps. It's like witnessing a high-altitude runway show! With their intricate patterns and vibrant colors, these moths are true trendsetters of nature. Hailing from Asia, they have invaded European territories and become pests to our beloved box plants. But hey, at least they're doing it in style! As summer graces Southern Europe with warmth and sunshine, these mountain-dwelling creatures take advantage of their alpine habitat to flaunt their elegance. They remind us that even invasive species can have a certain allure. So next time you spot one of these fashion-forward critters fluttering by or resting on your boxwood hedges, remember to appreciate their unique charm – after all, who says pests can't be fabulous?
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