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Virginia tiger moth

Spilosoma virginica

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Field Notes

Description:

As a caterpillar, it is known as the Yellow woolly bear or Yellow bear caterpillar. As an adult, it is known as the Virginia tiger moth.

Habitat:

Eno River State Park

Reference Links:

Spilosoma virginica, Species Spilosoma virginica - Virginia Tiger Moth - Hodges#8137 - BugGuide.Net

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