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gypsy moth

Lymantria dispar linnaeus

Description:

Thousands of these caterpillars are infesting the Plimoth Plantation historic area. They are invasive and are eating the leaves of many types of trees and shrubs.

Habitat:

Native of Europe. Invasive in North American. Hardwood forests.

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Massachusetts, USA

Spotted on Jul 3, 2016
Submitted on Jul 3, 2016

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