At the tips of some branches on 5th ave near Central Park, en masse in webs, the Fall Webworm Caterpillar (Hyphantria cunea). It's not anywhere near fall yet, so I think the common name is off just a bit, but I think my ID is right.
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frank@nycg
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These were dropping on us a couple of nights ago in a Greenpoint backyard.
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These were dropping on us a couple of nights ago in a Greenpoint backyard.
Maybe that's what led you to thinking about the gypsy moths for your recent post. Hairy caterpillars.
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Well, now I'm getting hungry. Maybe Marie will have to do a pork recipe next.
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