Fascinating creature. Great job capturing all the intricate details. It’s kind of a crazy looking thing for sure. Thanks for sharing it. It looks like it isn’t very big. Good eye for seeing it.
Thanks @Chris_Baird - it was 1.5cm long. I went back and searched for the cocoon (including climbing the tree it was under), but no sign of it. Maybe it wasn’t the final instar.
Mike, I too have seen and photographed a NA relative called the Saddleback Caterpillar. I did’t hand it, but when I looked it up, I found out about the stinging… They are quite dramatic with all their spines and colors. This view shows off the colors of the cat. and the flower very well.
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Thank you for honoring my little acquaintance with the EP!
Very well-deserved EP!! Congratulations!!
Thank you, Diane!