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Field Notes

Notes:

This caterpillar was either preparing to mold or to pupate. It was firmly attached to a branch, as shown in photos #3 and #4.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (1)
KarenL
Lovely! It's an Automeris caterpillar but I've no idea which one. I'm sure bayucca can narrow it down further for you! Hopefully you know not to touch this species as it stings!

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Caterpillars of Parana, Brazil
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PublishedApril 20, 2012

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