Tillie's backyard invaded by herd of woolly worms
2018-06-24 - Shelbyville, KY - Photo by Tom Waggener
Tom writes: "A herd of baby woolly caterpillars are growing in the weeds of our garden at home." We are told they are Milkweed Tussock Caterpillars, some very fascinating creatures. Their fearsome black and orange coloration is meant to serve as a warning that they are not a tasty meal for the bats which might prey on them. Comments | Permalink
2018-06-24 - Shelbyville, KY - Photo by Tom Waggener
Tom writes: "A herd of baby woolly caterpillars are growing in the weeds of our garden at home." We are told they are Milkweed Tussock Caterpillars, some very fascinating creatures. Their fearsome black and orange coloration is meant to serve as a warning that they are not a tasty meal for the bats which might prey on them. Comments | Permalink