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Smaller Parasa Moth Caterpillar

Parasa chloris

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Field Notes

Description:

Family: Limacodidae (Slug Moths) Larva. Length: Approximately .60 inches (15.24 mm) Orange and tan with small spikes and unusual design. Feeds on deciduous trees including apple, dogwood, elm and oak.

Habitat:

Where woodlands, lawn and meadow meet.

Reference Links:

Moth Photographers Group – Parasa chloris – 4698

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