Virginia creeper sphinx moth caterpillar ( Darapsa myron ), #7885 [July 12] photo


12-Jul-2022	Christine Hanrahan

Found on wild grape. Despite the name (Virginia creeper sphinx) this caterpillar is frequently found on wild grape as well.

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Don		11-Nov-2022 01:02
A swordtail!

globalgadabout		10-Nov-2022 19:11
remarkable clarity distinguishes your shot...looks as if it has having a peek at the colourful background..

Tom LeRoy		10-Nov-2022 17:46
Almost thought it was part of the leaf! Another amazing critter shot. V

joseantonio		10-Nov-2022 16:57
nice capture of those colors.V.

Walter Otto Koenig		10-Nov-2022 16:52
Superb detail. What a great eye you have to have found this. "V"

John Reynolds LRPS		10-Nov-2022 16:33
Amazing camouflage!

Danad		10-Nov-2022 15:03
The leave looks like an open wing ! It makes also a stunning abstract with the textures... V

hayl		10-Nov-2022 15:02
A perfect camouflage to the leaf. Your sharp eyes at work again to spot it.

Helen Betts		10-Nov-2022 14:54
Excellent detail in this sharp shot, and again, it almost looks like it could be part of the leaf. V.

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