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Caterpillar of Lappet Moth

Photo by AlbertKang
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Field Notes

Description:

Caterpillar of Lappet Moth, size around 2.5 cm.
They are very hairy and have striking colours and this one seems to have a 'face' on its head.

Habitat:

Tropical forest.

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Comments (4)
maplemoth662
Four, beautiful photos, of a beautiful caterpillar....
AlbertKang
Thanks, @maplemoth662 and yes, it is indeed a beauty :)

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PublishedJanuary 29, 2018

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