Jersey tiger

Ian has sent us a picture of a Jersey tiger moth caterpillar with a message:

I thought you might like this – I believe it is a Jersey Tiger caterpillar. They are regulars in the reserve.
Eggs are laid by the adults in summer and early autumn. The caterpillars can be seen from September right through the winter to May. They feed on a wide variety of herbaceous plants such as common Nettle, Plantains, Ground-ivy, or Bramble. The caterpillars overwinter in sheltered places (our deadwood piles are perfect for them) and emerge in the spring. The adult moths are very distinctive and absolutely unmistakeable.
Cheers.

Thanks Ian.