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Luna Moth Caterpillar

Actias luna

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Description:

1 inch. Lime green, black feet and black mask. Sparsely haired

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (5)
Faith Snyder
Luna caterpillar sounds right but it also looks like an inch worm. It depends on the size.
MrsPbio
I am inclined to say "Luna moth caterpillar"... but not 100%.... anyone????

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Animals in the area of LA
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PublishedApril 3, 2013

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