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Polka-Dot Wasp Moth Caterpillar
Syntomeida epilais
25.7067, -100.246
Field Notes
Description:
Photo take near home on and oleander plant this is a beautiful wasp moth caterpillar around 4 cm long, orange color and black hairs. common in tis area all tear long.
Habitat:
They prefer neotropic areas, to which they are native.
Notes:
Females contact male polka-dot wasp moths by means of ultrasonic signals. On the branch, the sound travels, and then the male follows the sound to his new mate. When he reaches her, he emits an answering signal.
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Syntomeida epilais
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2013
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