8 Spectacular Caterpillars That Look Like Snakes
Jade Hawk-Moth Caterpillar
Pale brown hawkmoth caterpillar
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This member of the Sphingidae sub-family is found primarily in Sri Lanka, India, Nepal, Myanmar, southern China, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. While in the larval stage, this fearsome—well, maybe more cute than scary—caterpillar is green with tiny yellow dots and a reddish band on both sides. The mature moth has patterned wings that are a mixture of brown, olive green, and red. The jade hawk-moth is known to be a fast flyer and is particularly attracted to bright light and sweet-smelling flowers.
Pale brown hawkmoth caterpillar
Peta Jade / Getty Images
This member of the Sphingidae sub-family is found primarily in Sri Lanka, India, Nepal, Myanmar, southern China, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. While in the larval stage, this fearsome—well, maybe more cute than scary—caterpillar is green with tiny yellow dots and a reddish band on both sides. The mature moth has patterned wings that are a mixture of brown, olive green, and red. The jade hawk-moth is known to be a fast flyer and is particularly attracted to bright light and sweet-smelling flowers.
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24 November 2023
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