Cannobina Valley Collection (page 2)

Riband Wave Moth (Idaea aversata) adult female, resting on leaf, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Cameo Moth (Polymixis gemmea) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Four-spotted Footman (Lithosia quadra) adult male and female, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Golden Twin-spot (Chrysodeixis chalcites) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

High Brown Fritillary (Argynnis adippe) cleodippe form, adult, roosting on Betony (Stachys officinalis) flowerhead, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Poplar Lutestring (Tethea or) adult, resting on poplar twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Green Angle Shades (Phlogophora scita) adult male, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Giant Lacewing (Osmylus fulvicephalus) adult, resting on twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Pearly Heath (Coenonympha arcania) adult, drinking moisture from Herb Bennet (Geum urbanum) seedhead, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Plum Lappet (Odonestis pruni) adult male, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Scarce Blackneck Moth (Lygephila craccae) adult male, resting on leaf, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Rosy Footman (Miltochrista miniata) adult female, laying eggs on wooden fence, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Large Chequered Skipper (Heteropterus morpheus) adult, resting on Maidenhair Spleenwort (Asplenium trichomanes) leaves, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Bordered Sallow (Pyrrhia umbra) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Scarce Silver Y (Syngrapha interrogationis) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Northern Italy, july

Black-veined White (Aporia crataegi) adult male, roosting on Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) flowers, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Bordered Copper Underwing (Amphipyra perflua) adult male, resting on log, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, june

Scarlet Tiger Moth (Callimorpha dominula) adult, showing red hindwing colouration, resting on fern, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Antlion (Myrmeleon formicarius) adult, resting on twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Maiden's Blush (Cyclophora punctaria) adult female, resting on decaying leaf, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Concealer Moth (Harpella forficella) adult, resting on Greater Plantain (Plantago major) flowerhead, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Silver-washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) valesina form, adult, resting on umbellifer bud, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Tachinid Fly (Tachina fera) adult, resting on decaying vegetation, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Alpine Dark Bush-cricket (Pholidoptera aptera) adult female, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Poplar Longhorn Beetle (Saperda populnea) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Red-and-black Striped Shieldbug (Graphosoma italicum) adult, resting on grass, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Blue Ground Beetle (Carabus intricatus) adult, resting on fern fronds, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

Rose-chafer (Cetonia aurata) adult, resting on lichen covered twig, Cannobina Valley, Piedmont, Northern Italy, july

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Discover the enchanting beauty in the Italian Alps, Piedmont, Italy. This picturesque valley is home to a diverse range of fascinating creatures and breathtaking landscapes. In this serene setting, you can spot the majestic Saxon (Hyppa rectilinea) adult as it gracefully rests on a lichen-covered twig. The vibrant colors of its wings stand out against the backdrop of the valley's lush vegetation. Look closely and you might come across a Small Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila porcellus) adult delicately perched on Ladys Bedstraw (Galium verum), its larval foodplant. Witnessing this delicate interaction between nature's wonders is truly awe-inspiring. The Alder Kitten (Furcula bicuspis) adult also finds solace in Cannobina Valley, finding comfort on another lichen-covered twig. Its unique appearance adds to the valley's charm and showcases nature's creativity. However, not all visitors are welcome in this idyllic paradise. The invasive Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis) has made its presence known with caterpillars devouring Box (Buxus sempervirens), their larval foodplant. Efforts are being made to control their population and protect the native flora. Amidst these challenges, other remarkable species thrive here too. The Passenger Moth (Dysgonia algira) seeks refuge among dry leaves during July while Tufted Marbled Skipper (Carcharodus flocciferus) females rest peacefully on vegetation, showcasing their intricate patterns. Exploring further reveals hidden treasures like Brown Hairstreak (Thecla betulae) pupae nestled amongst leaf litter on the woodland floor—a testament to nature's ability to adapt and survive even in seemingly harsh conditions.