(a species of owlet moth (Noctuid)) Some caterpillars, after they emerge from their egg, can increase their weight by 25,000 times.

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Collins gem Butterflies book

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An easy-to-use guide to Europe’s most common species of butterfly. This handy little book contains information on 240 species of European butterfly and moth.

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Collins gem Butterflies book

£ 4.99

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The book explains when and where you are most likely to find each species, and the most notable features to look out for. Each species is illustrated with a photograph and painting to make identification easy.

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