Milkweed Tussock Moth Caterpillars

spiny caterpillar
February 22, 2010
bugman,
found this caterpillar on milkweed last summer in northern illinois forest preserve. Can you please identify it
renu
Illinois, USA

Milkweed Tussock Moth Caterpillars

Dear renu,
These are Milkweed Tussock Moth Caterpillars, Euchaetes egle.  You may find more information on BugGuide.

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Location: Illinois