Tiger Moth Caterpillar

Insects

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This album uses the broad Tiger Moth Caterpillar label because the exact species has not been confirmed. Many tiger moth larvae have dense bristles and are commonly called woolly bears, although appearance varies considerably among species. Caterpillars are the growing, feeding stage of the moth life cycle and later transform through a pupal stage before emerging as adults. Hair patterns, body markings, location, and food plants can help refine identification; a more specific name is left open here.

Reference: Missouri Department of Conservation