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Oleander Hawk-moth Caterpillar

Daphnis nerii

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Field Notes

Description:

Caterpillars have three pairs of jointed legs with hooks; these are attached to their thorax. Caterpillar's thoracic legs hold onto its food.

Habitat:

Urban garden on periwinkle plant.

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Daphnis nerii

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Moths of the World
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Moths in the Philippines
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Biodiversity in Nueva Ecija, Philippines
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project

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PublishedJuly 12, 2013

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