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Lophocampa caryae?
This was found on a front porch. Nearby trees mostly hickory and oak.
Spotted on Jun 23, 2012
Submitted on Feb 23, 2013
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You are welcome. Sorry I could not be sure of an idea :)
gatorfellows, thanks for the help. I appreciate it.
My best guess is an instar of Hickory Tussock moth, Lophocampa caryae
"Larva: white with black markings and long hairs; first 8 abdominal segments with short black dorsal tufts and conspicuous subdorsal black lashes on first and seventh abdominal segments" http://bugguide.net/node/view/5690
The photo I just added is as close to a side view as I have. Hope it helps. Thanks!
do you happen to have a side photo?