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06-Sep-2022 Christine Hanrahan

Cleft-headed looper moth caterpillar (Biston betularia), #6640 [September 6]

Larose Forest

On Willow. As a moth, this is called Salt and Pepper Geometer, or Peppered moth.

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Isabel Cutler21-Sep-2023 14:19
What an interesting head.
hayl21-Sep-2023 13:43
Sharp eyes to see this “looks like a stem” caterpillar.
Ursula Miller21-Sep-2023 13:27
Impressive moth, perfect camouflage! V
Pierre Martin21-Sep-2023 13:22
look like a twig, great find and very sharp picture!
John Reynolds LRPS21-Sep-2023 11:01
Impressive camouflage. V.
Helen Betts21-Sep-2023 03:31
Fascinating looking, and excellent detail. V.
joseantonio21-Sep-2023 03:16
looks like part of the leaf.V
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