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Southern Tussock Moth Caterpillar
Dasychira meridionalis
33.5018, -81.9651
Field Notes
Description:
Very hairy, multicolored (brown, cream) caterpillar with black head containing a small cream-colored spot. Long projections on opposite ends of the caterpillar.
Habitat:
Deciduous woodlands. Prefers Oak as larval food source, but is found on a variety of deciduous trees. This one was photographed in Edgefield County, SC.
Notes:
Hodges 8298
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 29, 2013
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