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Caterpillar of the Cholla Moth (Euscirrhopterus cosyra) on cholla cactus (Opuntia spp. ) - Sonoran Desert - Arizona - Family Noctuidae - Caterpillars feed on cholla cactus (Opuntia) during summer rainy season
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Caterpillar of the Cholla Moth (Euscirrhopterus cosyra) on cholla cactus (Opuntia spp. ) - Sonoran Desert - Arizona - Family Noctuidae - Caterpillars feed on cholla cactus (Opuntia) during summer rainy season
CAN-3149
Caterpillar of the Cholla Moth - on cholla cactus (Opuntia spp.)
Sonoran Desert, Arizona, USA
Euscirrhopterus cosyra
Family Noctuidae
John Cancalosi
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Nature's Hungry Artist - The Cholla Caterpillar's Bold Fashion Statement!
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. In this snapshot by John Cancalosi, we witness a truly remarkable fashionista of the insect world. Meet CAN-3149, the cholla caterpillar, showcasing its unique style on a bed of prickly cholla cactus in the Sonoran Desert. With vibrant hues and intricate patterns adorning its tiny body, this little critter knows how to make heads turn! As a member of the Noctuidae family, CAN-3149 is no stranger to making bold statements. During Arizona's summer rainy season, these young caterpillars feast upon their favorite delicacy – cholla cacti. It seems they not only have an appetite for desert cuisine but also possess impeccable taste when it comes to blending in with their surroundings. With each bite taken from the succulent cactus pads, our fashionable friend grows stronger and more stunning by the day. Its journey from humble larva to magnificent moth is nothing short of awe-inspiring. So next time you find yourself strolling through North America's enchanting deserts, keep an eye out for these trendy larvae flaunting their colorful couture on Opuntia spp. Remember that even in nature's most unforgiving landscapes, beauty can be found in unexpected places – just like CAN-3149 and its fabulous fashion sense!
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