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White-marked Tussock Moth caterpillar

Orgyia leucostigma

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Field Notes

Description:

Slightly less than an inch long.

Habitat:

Spotted on the boardwalk leading to the fossil beach at York River State Park, Virginia. A wooded area with marshes along the boardwalk area. Brackish water.

Species ID Suggestions

White-marked Tussock Moth

Orgyia leucostigma

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PublishedJuly 22, 2014

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