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25-AUG-2009 Christine Hanrahan

Laurel sphinx moth caterpillar (Sphinx kalmiae), #7809

I found this large (about 3 inches) caterpillar moving quickly over moss, leaves and stones in a greenbelt area, probably seeking a place to pupate. It was difficult to get reasonable shots because it was moving so fast! It turns into a handsome moth in shades of white and brown (mostly brown), with a distinctive triangle shape.

The front end (the head) is at the right, the 'horn' indicates the rear end! though to my eyes it looks like the front.

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS
1/500s f/5.6 at 5.0mm iso100 full exif

other sizes: small medium large original auto
M Paula Neumann10-Feb-2015 01:50
I saw one of these in Maine this summer. Thanks for the ID.
Tom Murray04-Feb-2015 11:53
Nice clean shot of this colorful sphinx cat!
globalgadabout03-Feb-2015 21:49
so well delineated, both subject and setting....startling image....V
Graeme03-Feb-2015 21:21
Superb detail and colour, Christine.V
J. Scott Coile03-Feb-2015 20:24
Beautiful.
Anitta03-Feb-2015 20:23
Such a beautiful creature! What a wonderful find. Thank you so much for sharing these amazing nature images, Christine. V
Tom LeRoy03-Feb-2015 18:39
A fast mover but a fine shot here the nature. These turn into beautiful moths! V
Helen Betts03-Feb-2015 18:12
Another excellent capture of this caterpillar. Hard to believe they can move that quickly! V.
joseantonio03-Feb-2015 17:32
Looks really large in this closeup.Lovely details and nice color.V
bill friedlander03-Feb-2015 17:23
Nice clear closeup shot. Its design is quite fascinating. V
Jim Coffman03-Feb-2015 17:10
Great capture of this beautiful green caterpillar!
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