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Caterpiller makes netted leaves - Chlosyne lacinia

Caterpiller makes netted leaves - Chlosyne lacinia
Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
July 7, 2010
Size: 1 in
Various colors from black to buff caterpillars on 3 lobed tall green plant.

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Caterpiller makes netted leaves - Chlosyne lacinia Caterpiller makes netted leaves - Chlosyne lacinia Caterpiller makes netted leaves - Chlosyne lacinia

That's what they are.
Moved from ID Request.

We're thinking something in or near Checkerspots
Euphydryas or Chlosyne
David Ferguson may know.

 
Bordered Patch
Many Bordered Patch (Chlosyne) adults are in the area. They were feeding on Giant Ragweed, which is one of the host plants.

Thanks for your help!

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