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Old 23-08-2008, 01:59 PM
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Re: unidentified black hairy caterpillar in my grass

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Originally Posted by Harry Eales View Post
I agree with Dogghound, a White Ermine which should be fully fed and ready to pupate about now.

Ruby Tiger wouldn't be so large at this time of year and they overwinter as a larvae.

Harry
True , didn't think of that at the time, also didn't notice the other photos and it does seem a bit dark for Ruby anyway.
I'd had a few pints when I first looked , well that's my excuse anyway

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