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Red-humped Caterpillar

Schizura concinna

Description:

Caterpillar has bright red head and red hump over segment A3. Striping is variable but includes black, yellow and white pinstripes. Takes up a defensive posture raising the rear end when disturbed.

Habitat:

Southern Canada to FL and CA.

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1 Comment

Saumya Wanniarachchi
Saumya Wanniarachchi 10 years ago

Pretty one !

Kulifeld
Spotted by
Kulifeld

Maine, USA

Spotted on Aug 12, 2013
Submitted on Aug 12, 2013

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