Hawk Moth Caterpillar (Daphnis hypothous crameri) | Project Noah

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Photo by Radha

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Field Notes

Description:

Caterpillars have two types of legs which perform different functions - Thoracic legs and Prolegs.
Photographed here are the thoracic legs. They have three pairs of jointed legs with hooks; these are attached to their thorax. The legs help them hold onto their food.

Species ID Suggestions

Hawkmoth Caterpillar

Daphnis hypothous

NuwanChathuranga

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@Mona -- Thank you!

Very nice pictures and information..

@Nuwan -- Thank you for the ID!

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