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05-SEP-2011 Christine Hanrahan

Prominent caterpillar species (Lochmaeus)

A small, but highly coloured caterpillar, found in Larose Forest. I can't make up my mind whether this is Lochmaeus manteo or L. bilineata. Some moth experts say it is nearly impossible to distinguish between the two species as caterpillars, although there are various tips to help. This one seems to have more of the L. manteo characteristics, but....

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Hank Vander Velde02-Aug-2013 23:26
Terrific image and info Christine
janescottcumming10-Mar-2012 22:28
Wow, that a wild looking guy. Neat capture! V
Karen Stuebing09-Mar-2012 23:01
This is an odd looking but colorful caterpillar. It almost looks like a twig. Great detail. V.
laine09-Mar-2012 21:56
It doesn't know if it's coming or going :)) I love the markings.
Patricia Kay09-Mar-2012 21:05
Wnderful details and colors Christine...BV
Colin Storey09-Mar-2012 20:07
Very nice detailed image of this colourful catterpillar. v
teachpeace09-Mar-2012 16:35
Excellent!
globalgadabout09-Mar-2012 15:48
superb shot Christine...a fascinating subject and you even caught the structure of the leaf too...V
Jean Chiasson09-Mar-2012 15:31
Beautiful details colors Christine vote
Pierre09-Mar-2012 14:08
Un magnifique spécimen, très bien mis en valeur! V
Guest 09-Mar-2012 13:14
What an usual color design.
A brown butterfly! The ugly duckling had it better!
Jim Coffman09-Mar-2012 13:14
Very nice image,Christine.Very colorful..
Stephanie09-Mar-2012 12:26
Beautiful colors and capture! V
Jan Søgaard09-Mar-2012 11:39
Wonderful picture. V
Graeme09-Mar-2012 11:04
An excellent close up shot. The colour pattern is amazing too, Christine. BV
Guest 09-Mar-2012 10:50
Pretty amazing color pattern, a real discovery for me here
slhoornstra09-Mar-2012 10:16
A stunning capture with fabulous color!!!! VVV
Esa Ervasti09-Mar-2012 06:24
"...and like many brightly coloured caterpillars, turns into a brown moth".
So goodbay those glory days of youth :)
Splendid macro!
Range View 09-Mar-2012 05:46
A fascinating caterpillar with beautiful colour. V
Barbara
Ghislaine et Réal Boulet09-Mar-2012 04:19
Very nice picture.
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