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Larva
Copyright © 2007 AKCeltics19

Larva
Thornton, New Hampshire, USA
August 10, 2007
Is this a caterpillar or sawfly larva? Also, how would I be able to tell the difference between the two other than studying the various species?
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Contributed by AKCeltics19 on 20 March, 2008 - 2:41pm
Last updated 23 April, 2008 - 5:46pm

If you know what tree species this is,
that information will greatly help the experts.
… john and jane balaban, 20 March, 2008 - 3:48pm login or register to post comments

Sawfly larva.
This is a sawfly larva. Eventually you just 'know' when you see one, but a certain way to tell is the number of prolegs (the "suction-cups" down the side of the body). Caterpillars have five pairs. Sawfly larvae have seven pairs.
… Eric R. Eaton, 20 March, 2008 - 3:22pm login or register to post comments

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