The hairy caterpillar of a Milkweed Tussock moth, part of the Gypsy Hawk moth family. The long hairs are a deterrent and can be very irritating

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The hairy caterpillar of a Milkweed Tussock moth, part of the Gypsy Hawk moth family. The long hairs are a deterrent and can be very irritating on the skin.

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Size: 4619px × 5800px
Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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