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Automeris io
Large green caterpillar with lateral red and white stripes. Has urticating hairs that are able to cause irritation.
Found in front of some shops in Boca Raton, FL.
It looked to have an injury to the head. I brought it home and it pupated. I hope it ecloses.
Spotted on Mar 13, 2013
Submitted on Apr 13, 2013
