Moths

The American dagger moth caterpillar is a fuzzy yellow, white, or pale caterpillar with long black hair tufts. Many people ask, “Is the American dagger … Read More

The American dagger moth caterpillar is a fuzzy yellow or white caterpillar that many people notice on trees, sidewalks, decks, and garden plants in late … Read More

The elephant hawk moth caterpillar is one of the most unusual-looking caterpillars in the hawk moth family. It is large, chunky, usually brownish-gray or green, … Read More

A hawk moth caterpillar is the larval stage of a hawk moth, also called a sphinx moth. These caterpillars are usually large, smooth-bodied, and often … Read More

Tussock moth caterpillars look soft, fuzzy, and harmless, but many species can irritate human skin. People often ask, “Is the tussock moth caterpillar poisonous?” The … Read More

A yellow tussock moth caterpillar is usually a fuzzy yellow or yellow-and-black caterpillar with hair tufts along its body. In North America, this name often … Read More

Tussock moth caterpillars look soft and harmless, but their fuzzy hairs can irritate skin. Many people call this a “sting,” although the reaction usually comes … Read More

The banded tussock moth caterpillar is a fuzzy, eye-catching larva often found on trees and shrubs in late summer and fall. Many people notice its … Read More

The white-marked tussock moth caterpillar is one of the most eye-catching hairy caterpillars in North America. Its bright head, white “toothbrush” tufts, black hair pencils, … Read More

Tussock moth caterpillars are fuzzy, colorful larvae known for their hair-like tufts, bold markings, and sometimes irritating hairs. Many people notice them on trees, shrubs, … Read More