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Giant Leopard Moth, caterpillar

Hyercompe scribonia

Photo by lbarbieri69
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Description:

Large caterpillar, found in my yard. Black with distinct red-orange bands when it curls.
Found a second example in October, 2013.

Habitat:

Grass back yard.

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