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Dryas iulia
One of the most spectacular caterpillars I ever saw!
Thank you, EarlyStages. There are many Julia butterflies here, and it is good to match caterpillar and butterfly.
Caterpillars are variable, at least in butterfly houses where adults are commonly flown . . .
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