Young larva (caterpillar) of the Puss Moth (Cerura vinula) on a Poplar tree. It adopts a threatening posture when it is disturbed

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Size: 4824px × 3391px
Location: Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
Photo credit: © Barrie Harwood / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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