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Shag-carpet Caterpillar

Prothysana felderi

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Field Notes

Description:

The Shag-carpet caterpillar (Prothysana felderi) is a species of moth of the Bombycidae or Apatelodidae (if this family is considered valid) family. It is found from Mexico, south to Panama and into South America, at least to Ecuador.

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Prothysana felderi

Species ID Suggestions

Shag-carpet Caterpillar

Prothysana felderi

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Bombycidae, Apatelodinae or Apatelodidae, Prothysana felderi, formerly called Tarchon felderi.

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PublishedSeptember 16, 2013

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