Some British Moths Described 
feeds on grasses and low herbage during autumn, and 
again in the early summer. 
Lasiocampa quercifolia: the Lappet (Plate IV., 
Fig. 143 larva, Plate III., Fig. 1).—Fairly common 
and widely distributed in the southern half of the 
kingdom, The large and conspicuous larva is easy to 
rear, and may be found from autumn to May on 
Willow, Sloe, Plum, Bramble, and many other trees 
and shrubs. The moth appears during June and July 
and is often found at rest, its resemblance to a withered 
leaf being its best protection. Expanse: males, to 24 
inches; females, to 3 inches. 
Family EnpRomMIpDAé, 
Endromis versicolor: the Kentish Glory (Plate IV., 
Fig. 15).—Though not by any means a common 
species, it 1s not difficult to obtain this fine moth, 
The larva or pupa can be had most seasons very 
cheaply from dealers, or it can be got by exchange, 
as quite a number of entomologists breed it regu- 
larly. This species is found in the South of England 
and in Perthshire. It flies in the daytime during April. 
The larva (Plate VI., Fig. 1) may be beaten from birch 
in June and July. Expanse of moth, 2+ inches, 
Family SATURNIIDA. 
Saturnia pavonia: the Emperor (Plate IV., Fig. 16). 
—Occurs all over the British Isles among Heather and 
Sallow. Flies boldly during sunshine in May. The 
larva may be found feeding on Heather and Sallow in 
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