The caterpillar of Cucullia alfarata eating goldenrod. Photographed in late September in Upstate New York. The colour of this species is a warning to predators to keep away from the microscopic spines on the surface. This caterpillar is most likely toxic to birds. This species adult form is a nondescript gray moth with a wingspan of about 3cm | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Kinsman, Edward |
Taille de l’image : | 4500 px × 3000 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
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