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White Flannel Moth Caterpillar

Posted by September 23rd, 2007 at 12:00 am

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white flannel moth caterpillar
I believe we found a White Flannel Moth Caterpillar while hiking the Cumberland Trail near Crossville, TN. One of our group got a bit of a sting when brushing past this colorful caterpillar. I would like to confirm the ID if possible.
Thanks
Millette

Hi Millette,
You are absolutely correct. This is a White Flannel Moth Caterpillar, Norape ovina, and the sting is quite painful.

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