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View 2 of Unknown Catepillar Type - Papilio troilus
Copyright © 2008 John Ayes

View 2 of Unknown Catepillar Type - Papilio troilus
Kissimmee, Florida, Osceola County, Kissimmee, Florida County, Florida, USA

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Contributed by John Ayes on 12 October, 2008 - 3:30pm
Last updated 18 October, 2008 - 1:36am

Spicebush Caterpillar
Spicebush caterpillars have a white mark in the "eye," giving it the impression of a reflection. One of my Spicebush cats was orange like your's, but after pupating, my orange cat did not make it. I do not know why or if the color is even connected.
… Robert Lord Zimlich, 13 October, 2008 - 8:43am login or register to post comments

 
Spice Bush Caterpillar
Hi, Robert Lord Zimlich:
Thanks you for ID-ing the caterpillar.
My cat wandered onto the property three days ago.
Been trying to find what it needs to eat.
He's been resting on the old tree stump eating at the moss a bit.
He seems to be getting smaller in size too.
Thanks again.
Ayesart
… John Ayes, 13 October, 2008 - 2:19pm login or register to post comments

 
Spicebush
I don't think they eat much else. Judging from its size, it may well be ready to pupate.
… Robert Lord Zimlich, 13 October, 2008 - 3:00pm login or register to post comments

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