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Tussock moth's caterpillar

Orgyia sp.

Photo by acewings.ajay
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Field Notes

Description:

3-5cm long.
5 mm thick.
Covered with hairs or thorns.

Habitat:

Found on curry leaf potted plant.
Mumbai, India.

Notes:

May cause itching if touched and not touched.

Species ID Suggestions

Tussock moth caterpillar

orgyia sp.

Reference Link
Ornithoptera80
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