Spitfire

Description:

This is an example of a mature caterpillar. They're born black with white thorax and long, sparse grey hairs. When mature, they turn brown with tufts of grey/white hair on the sides between segments.

Habitat:

This one was crawling fairly rapidly across one of my outdoor chairs. The species seems to be specific to Australia.

Notes:

I've always known these caterpillars as "spitfires", but I don't think that's right. If anyone has any more information, I'd be grateful for it :) Here's another site for reference: http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_...