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Polyphemus Moth caterpillar

Antheraea polyphemus

Photo by Gail Allen
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Description:

We live in the country on 12 acres, with a pond, 3 acres of woods, open pastures and fields, and lots of gardens. This caterpillar was climbing on a tree near our party picnic table. Very slow moving but beautiful to see.

Species ID Suggestions

Polyphemus Moth caterpillar

Antheraea polyphemus

Comments (1)

I have moved this lovely spotting to the Arthropod category for you :)
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PublishedJune 14, 2013

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