Tussock moth caterpillars
2023-08-01 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold
Veronica writes, "While out hiking in the woods we saw this conglomeration of bugs. We weren't sure what they were so we kept our distance, observing what we could, snapped a picture for later reference and identification. A tussock moth is what it appears to be. Glad we didn't touch them as the hairs on these caterpillars can cause an itchy rash and reaction.
These guys also LOVE milkweed just like monarchs and are native wildlife. Now we know..." Comments | Permalink
2023-08-01 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold
Veronica writes, "While out hiking in the woods we saw this conglomeration of bugs. We weren't sure what they were so we kept our distance, observing what we could, snapped a picture for later reference and identification. A tussock moth is what it appears to be. Glad we didn't touch them as the hairs on these caterpillars can cause an itchy rash and reaction.
These guys also LOVE milkweed just like monarchs and are native wildlife. Now we know..." Comments | Permalink