The Six-spot Burnet moth is highly visible with its bright red spots on a black background. The Six-spot Burnet contains cyanide and is poisonous to eat, however some birds do.
The larva of the Six-spot Burnet moth feed on Bird’s Foot Trefoil and produce a thin, papery looking cocoon.
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Six-spot burnet moth image by munki-boy
Brett Gregory is an award-winning filmmaker based in Bolton whose production company, Serious Feather, is currently making a documentary about autism and poetry.
As a part of this production, Landscape Britain was asked to advise with regards to the location of specific areas of outstanding natural beauty throughout the region.
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