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Furry 2-Lined Moth - Malacosoma americana - male

Furry 2-Lined Moth - Malacosoma americana - Male
Alexandria, Fairfax County, Virginia, USA
June 9, 2009
Size: ~ 13 mm
I want to pet him, he's so furry! =) Attracted to my patio light at night.

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Furry 2-Lined Moth - Malacosoma americana - male Furry 2-Lined Moth - Malacosoma americana - male

It looks like Eastern Tent Caterpillar...


But, please wait for an expert...

 
Oh, it sure does.
And there are plenty of tents here in tent season. A wonder I don't see these everywhere! Thanks.

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