I'm not quite sure what this little fella is. I think it might be a Vapourer Moth, but I don't know that. Maybe someone in the know can inform me. What I do know is that it certainly likes geranium leaves.

Hey what a handsome we beastie - yes I think you are right in your identification - be careful of the hairs though as they can cause a rash - Brilliant shots ;-} ittakesallsorts · 2009-06-11: 17:20

Whatever it is, it sure is a fascinating little creature. smbunation · 2009-06-11: 17:28

Wow!!!! Wonderful macros!!! miclaud · 2009-06-11: 17:50

wow, great!!!!!!!! urmysunshine · 2009-06-11: 18:01

The world is full of such amazing creatures....don't always appreciate them until we see them this close up....great macros!! lookagain · 2009-06-11: 23:08

Now that's a colorful attractive catterpillar! So fuzzy. Very impressive macro. ????? · 2009-06-12: 01:21

Nature comes up with a solution to every problem! Great close-up in the second shot. busybee36 · 2009-06-12: 02:10

Now that's creepy! Nice title :-) jet28 · 2009-06-12: 03:41

Great close up shots......as children we were told they were "wooley worms!!" :))) LAZYWASP · 2009-06-12: 03:49

fantastic macros Jon, well done!! eternity65 · 2009-06-12: 06:41

Wonderful marco shots! :) Ivconcept · 2009-06-12: 15:07

Congrats, these are stunning!! Ryana · 2009-06-13: 15:38

OMG!! Jon, this is a super set! I'm sure you're right in your ID, it's Orgyia (Orgyia) antiqua, The Vapourer Moth. You're lucky, my friend! ????? · 2009-06-14: 06:01

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