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Pale Owl larva

Caligo telamonius memnon

Photo by LuisStevens
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Field Notes

Description:

The largest larva I've ever seen, reminds me of a dragon. They change color from green to dark brown as the grow older and bigger.

Habitat:

Lacandon rainforest.

Reference Links:

Caligo telamonius memnon (immatures)

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PublishedApril 26, 2014

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