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Saddleback Caterpillar
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Acharia stimulea

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The saddleback caterpillar (Acharia stimulea) is the larva of a Limacodid moth. Its venomous spines deliver potent sting. Large yellow eye spots further deter predators.

Saddleback Caterpillar

Saddleback caterpillars prefer habitats with ornamental shrubs and shade trees.

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saddleback caterpillar

Saddleback Caterpillar

The saddleback caterpillar is a species native to North America and Mexico.

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Saddleback Caterpillar (Acharia Stimulea) Wild

Saddleback Caterpillar

Once they transform into moths, they are a dark brown color. However, the dot remains, but it is only visible when the moth opens its wings.

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Saddleback Caterpillar

Saddleback Caterpillar

Acharia stimulea

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