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Hickory Tussock Moth Caterpillar

Lophocampa caryae

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Field Notes

Description:

Very large and long caterpillar. 2 1/2 - 3 inches. Came across at least 5 this summer, all much smaller. Very destructive to certain trees.

Habitat:

Meadow in the Poconos, PA

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Jacob Gorneau
Please add to and join Moths of the Northeastern US mission. Add any other moth spottings as well, as long as they are in the mission's range of course!
Carol Snow Milne
This caterpillar was so active and moving around. Like a gymnast. Can't wait to see your cat. Thank you! :)
SuranjanMithra
This is a neat shot and its fantastic how you id these, i have a very similar looking caterpillar which i will post shortly do help.

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PublishedNovember 4, 2011

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