We live in a forested area in North Florida, and everything is covered in fuzzy caterpillars! The white-marked tussock moth caterpillar, to be exact. And they may look soft and fuzzy, but you don't want to handle these!
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What is that Giant Brown Moth?
I saw what looked like a small bird flapping on the outdoor table, and on closer inspection, discovered it was a giant brown moth with two black circles on its back like eyes. A quick Google search let me know this was a Polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus) and it is one of the largest moths … Continue reading What is that Giant Brown Moth?