Saturday, September 27, 2014

Spotted Apatelodes Moth (Apatelodes torrefacta)


Apatelodes torrefacta is not one of the prettiest moths I've seen. Every time I see this one I see what looks like a weird little face looking back. This was right at our front door this Summer and I didn't know it's name but found it on the internet. It's a silkworm moth and it can be found from Maine to Southern Ontario to Florida. Westward to Texas and Northward to Wisconsin. As a caterpillar they are said to secrete chemicals that could irritate the skin and cause swelling and burning. Just another one of God's creation that caught my attention. Take some time and discover God's creation where you are. 





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