The incredible Puss moth

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The Puss moth (Cerura vinula) may not stand out that much as adult moth. The caterpillar, however, is one of the weirdest creatures the the European fauna has to offer.

A couple years ago I found a single caterpillar of the species. This summer I found three.

Caterpillar of the Puss moth
Caterpillar of the Puss moth
Caterpillar of the Puss moth
Caterpillar of the Puss moth
Caterpillar of the Puss moth
Caterpillar of the Puss moth

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