Jun 2, 2007

Don't Worry, Parrots

Bonnie-Ann's parents found this caterpillar in their parrots' aviary. The birds were far from happy at its presence.

Little did they know at the time that they were dealing with a hickory horned devil! These larvae grow to be 5" long, and can take anywhere from 11 to 23 months to pupate! But those spines are harmless, much like the ones I have strapped to my back to ward off solicitors.

Thanks for the link, Bonnie-Ann Black.

Photo source: NCSU
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3 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 05, 2007

    Wow! What a beast! I found this picture of an adult - http://www.stephencresswell.com/s/citheronia.html

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  2. Raging WombatJune 06, 2007

    Wow. That is huge.

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  3. ArachnophileJune 09, 2007

    That is an amazing 'pillar. You have to wonder what sort of advantage those "spikes" really are. I want to learn more about this species. :)

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