Monday, December 23, 2024

December 23, 2024

I am a Santa Ana Tussock Moth
In the Lophocampa genus
It's possible that we could give you a rash
So it's best to not touch us, just leave us.

Location: Hugh Ramsey Nature Park, Harlingen, TX

Sources: https://www.poison.org/articles/caterpillar-stings

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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