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Southern Flannel Moth

Megalopyge opercularis

Photo by LaurenZarate
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Field Notes

Description:

An adorable fuzzy moth, 1.5 cm long. Family: Megalopygidae. It is also called the Puss Caterpillar Moth, the larva are furry with stinging spines hidden among all the hair.

Habitat:

Came to an ultraviolet light in the garden, San Cristobal de Las Casas, 2,200 meters.

Notes:

http://www.butterfliesandmoths.org/species/Megalopyge-opercularis

Reference Links:

Megalopyge opercularis - Southern Flannel Moth -- Discover Life

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