I was gifted some flowers for valentines and quickly spotted 2 caterpillars on them, I have kept them on the flowers as I didn’t want to release them in case they are invasive but I’m struggling to ID them. Can anyone tell me what species they are? and if they’re safe to release?
I would probably go for Scarce Bordered Straw - Helicoverpa armigera classified as an immigrant they tend to come in on flower imports and grocery supplies - they will munch on a wide variety of plants
Cin J
Very good call Germain
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