Io moth caterpillar ( Automeris io ), #7746 by larose forest photos

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22-AUG-2008	Christine Hanrahan

Io moth caterpillar (Automeris io), #7746

Chaffey's Locks

This large caterpillar turns into a large, spectacular moth with two huge "eyes" (patterns) on is underwings which it flashes at predators to scare them off. The spines on this caterpillar can deliver a very, very nasty sting.

Canon PowerShot S3 IS
1/40s f/3.2 at 6.0mm full exif

other sizes: small medium original auto

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Fabienne		22-Oct-2023 19:54
WOW, quelle chenille fantastique avec ses piquants si bien disposer. Elle est superbe.

Don		29-Jun-2015 22:28
I wonder how effective those spines are as defense for this rather helpless, juicy and obvious caterpillar, and indeed whether they're hard or soft. Enjoyed the detail and colours in this image.

slhoornstra		24-Feb-2011 01:44
The spines look substantial. They must come in handy when you are in this transition. Where did you say I should paint the big eyes? BV

Graeme		08-Feb-2011 13:20
A great capture.V

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