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Tussock moth caterpillar

Orgyia sp.

Description:

The head is bright orange-red. Four yellow toothbrush-like tufts stand out from the back with a gap between the third and fourth. The meaning of Orgyia is 'outstretched arms'. When it rests, the moth stretches forward its white forelegs like arms.

Habitat:

Abandoned area.

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arne.roysland
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arne.roysland

Imus, Calabarzon, Philippines

Spotted on Oct 21, 2021
Submitted on Oct 23, 2021

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