Lackey moth caterpillar - Malacosoma neustria

The lackey moth is common across southern Britain and central Europe. "Malacosoma" species are notable for their caterpillars which are brightly coloured and form silken tents to regulate their temperature. "Malacosoma neustria" caterpillars are brown with blue, orange and white stripes. The adults are a fairly uniform brown. The larvae feed mainly on trees and shrubs from within their tents.