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Yellow-based Tussock Moth

Dasychira basiflava

Description:

Small hairy yellow caterpillar with pale long hairs along the edge of the body, black head, black tufts on rump and "shoulder" area. Two pair of long black lashes, one on either side of the head and one on either side of the rump.

Habitat:

Campground within temperate forest.

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ForestDragon
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ForestDragon

Virginia, USA

Spotted on May 16, 2015
Submitted on Oct 21, 2015

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