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Elm Sawfly (larva)
Cimbex americana
52.138, -106.674
Field Notes
Description:
Pretty hard not to believe it is actually a caterpillar?!
This is tha larva of the Elm Sawfly, the largest north american sawfly.
The larva is yellowish-white with a black strip on the back. It curls at rest. Overwinter in cocoons.
Habitat:
City park.
Notes:
Not considered a forestry problem, but can defoliate shade/ornamental elms and willows
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJuly 28, 2013
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