Unknown Caterpillars

Discussion in 'Garden Pest Management and Identification' started by Harry Homeowner, Sep 13, 2009.

  1. Harry Homeowner

    Harry Homeowner Active Member

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    These two guys were found today in Southern Maryland. Any thoughts??
     

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    tussock moths (Lymantriidae)


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    Yes the second one is defiantly a Tussock specifically: Orgyia leucostigma - White-marked Tussock Moth. Thank you.

    Couldn't find any exact match on the first one yet. It might be a Spilosoma virginica - Virginia tiger moth. But I'm not sure.
     
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