Banded tussock moth caterpillar

The caterpillars are covered all over in long tufts that range in color from yellowish and orange to dark gray. Extra long hairs of white, black, and/or orange occur at both the front and rear of the caterpillar. The head capsule is bright orange. These caterpillars frequently rest on the upper surface of leaves, and though not gregarious, are very conspicuous.