Spiny Oak Slug Moth

Eucleadelphinii

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This bug has been reportedly found in the following regions:

Glouster, Ohio

Austin, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:
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Corning, OH (Zone 6a) | January 2007 | Negative
WARNING: the larva to this moth has stinging spines.

With that said, this is one of my favorite caterpillars. It's a beauty, and I'm fascinated with its locomotion.

Host Plants: apple, beeches, chestnut, linden, maple, oaks, Prunis species, sycamore, willows and others.
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