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30-JAN-2011

Bagworm

Koh Samui, Thailand

The Psychidae (bagworm moths, also simply bagworms or bagmoths) are a family of the Lepidoptera
(butterflies and moths). The bagworm family is fairly small, with about 600 species described
The caterpillar larvae of the Psychidae construct cases out of silk and environmental materials such
as sand, soil, lichen, or plant materials. These cases are attached to rocks, trees or fences while
resting or during their pupa stage, but are otherwise mobile.

Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Division: Ditrysia
Superfamily: Tineoidea
Family: Psychidae

Nikon D300 ,Vivitar Series 1 90mm F2.5 macrolens
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dang 30-Jan-2011 12:07
Great shot of this unappetizing looking critter.