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Question mark (larvae)
Polygonia interrogationis
37.0115, -95.9353
Field Notes
Description:
Caterpillar: variable coloration. Body and spines yellow to black. Eight silver spots on back.<br><br>
Adult: underside of hindwing has unique silver "question mark" shape. Upper forewing has extra black dash not in the similar Eastern Comma. Upper hindwing of summer form is mostly black with short tails; winter form is orange/black with longer violet tipped tails. Wing are very angular in outline. (information from BugGuide)
Habitat:
Rural yard on elm
Notes:
This marks the first time I've ever seen the larvae of this species.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJuly 23, 2013
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