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Anise Swallowtail Caterpillar

Papilio zelicaon

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Description:

I have 5 Anise Swallowtail Caterpillars on my fennel! This was the largest--approximately 1/2 inch. The other 4 are still tiny--about 5 mm. I'm very excited to see them grow.

Habitat:

Urban house vegetable garden.

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misako
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misako

Emeryville, California, USA

Spotted on May 15, 2012
Submitted on May 15, 2012

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