Eggar Moth

Eggar Moth, the name of certain species of moth, of the genus Lasiocampa or Gastropacha, allied to the silkworm moths. The Oak Eggar (L. or G. quercus) is common in England, of a chestnut to yellow colour, with a black caterpillar. The males are said to be readily decoyed by a captive female. The Lappet Moth (G. quercifolia) is another well-known species, less frequent in Britain. The Lackey Moth (G. or Clisiocampa neustria) is a smaller form, with gorgeous blue, red, and yellow striped, gregarious caterpillars.