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Phragmatobia fuliginosa |
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| Phragmatobia fuliginosa Linnaeus, 1758 |
The Ruby Tiger (Phragmatobia fuliginosa) is a moth of the family Arctiinae. It is found in Europe. There are a number of recognized subspecies, such as Phragmatobia fuliginosa melitensis which is found in Malta and Phragmatobia fuliginosa borealis which is found in Scotland.
The wingspan is 35-45 mm. The moth flies from May to August depending on the location.
The larvae feed on various herbaceous plants.