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| Copyright: David Cortez (Cortez236) (27) |
| Genre: Animals |
| Medium: Color |
| Date Taken: 2008-06-09 |
| Categories: Insects |
| Exposure: f/4, 1/400 seconds |
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| Photo Version: Original Version |
| Date Submitted: 2008-06-10 12:34 |
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| [Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note |
I spotted this small caterpillar (around 10mm long) climbing over clematis in my garden. As i watched, it began folding over the petal edge-eventually covering itself-i guess it was getting ready to shed its skin.
If anybody knows the species of moth/butterfly it will evolve into i would be pleased to know.
My regards,
David. |
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Hi David
I think it may be some form of Tortrix moth. These are often found in gardens as they eat a wide variety of plants. I don't think this particular individual will make it to being an adult moth. The white lump halfway along looks like a parasitic wasp pupa.
Vinny