Nature! Sitting in the park today, and notice a small bird that seemed like it couldn't take off. I could see something bright green next to it, and assumed it was some kind of snake. Went over to investigate....
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The small bird was holding on to & being held onto by a giant caterpillar. It was like a mutual destruction embrace. I used a stick to pry the caterpillar off while explaining to the bird that it was too small to be worth eating, and I wouldn't hurt it.
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So, say hello to Lulu. I think she's a Polyphemous moth baby. She's hecka chonky. She's had a hell of a day. How do you raise one of these?
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Find a host plant, ideally the same species that you found it on or something in the same family... if he stays put he's happy. :)
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Based on his size & spots, I think he might be 4th instar with one more molt to go before a coccoon happens. Not sure what they look like right before coccooning; none of mine have done it yet (though they should be close)pic.twitter.com/y3q134Uy0u
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