Catapilla found in garden - Ask Extension
Hello,
I found a few of these In the garden and I want to know what it is and if it's poisons.
Thank you
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Catapilla found in garden #350202
Asked August 05, 2016, 8:38 AM EDT
Hello,
I found a few of these In the garden and I want to know what it is and if it's poisons.
Thank you
County Outside United States
Expert Response
I think this is agiant leopard moth caterpillar. See picture attached.
The hairs on these caterpillars do not usually irritate skin.
To learn more go to http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/MISC/MOTHS/Hypercompe_scribonia.htm
