The caterpillar of the Comma butterfly is a great caterpillar with stripes and spikes to ward off predators and even some clever camouflage to look like bird poop droppings! If you've got any nettles growing in your garden or local outdoor space, take a look from the end of April (use some gloves for protection) and you may just find one eating away at the leaves.
To assemble your very own Clara the Conservation Caterpillar cake you will need:
- A chocolate log or swiss roll (if you're feeling adventurous you could make your own)
- Strawberry laces
- Chocolate buttons
- Some white icing (either shop bought or using icing sugar and a little water)
- Round chocolate biscuits
- White candy sticks or striped candy canes
- Popping candy
- Green royal icing (cut into leaf shapes for the base)
- Some chocolate spread (for the sticking!)
Now it's time to get messy! Simply assemble your Clara Conservation Caterpillar using the chocolate spread to help stick your anatomy together, from the diagram below.
Please send us a picture of your #Clarathecaterpillar on @savebutteflies. Did you know that butterflies and moths are facing large declines? These amazing creatures are vital to the health of our natural ecosystems and need protecting. Find out how to get involved or donate here to help conserve Clara and all her friends for future generations. Alternatively download our FREE Nurture for Nature guide to looking after the butterflies and moths in your local area this spring.