Subject: Mystery caterpillar
Location: Dubai UAE
November 27, 2016 10:57 pm
Hello,
Students found this caterpillar in Dubai UAE. We are having a difficult time identifying it. Do you recognize it?
Signature: Nichole and grade 3
Dear Nichole and grade 3,
This appears to be a Lappet Moth Caterpillar from the family Lasiocampidae. We will attempt to locate potential species in the UAE.