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White-marked Tussock Moth Caterpillar

Orgyia leucostigma

Photo by Robert Emond
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Caterpillar with red face, 4 rows of white tufts, a black stripe running the whole length, a tail and two antennae. The white tufts can cause an allergic reaction.

Habitat:

Spotted in Hogtown Creek Greenway of Gainesville, FL. A mainly hardwood forest with dense undergrowth, dense canopy, and slightly swampy.

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PublishedApril 10, 2017

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