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Brown furry caterpillar of salt marsh moth (Estigmene ...

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Brown furry caterpillar of salt marsh moth(?) (Estigmene acrea) near New Horseshoe Lake in Brazos Bend State Park. Needville, Texas, April 11, 2009



A plump, brown caterpillar with furry texture, likely of the salt marsh moth (Estigmene acrea), was spotted near New Horseshoe Lake in Brazos Bend State Park, Needville, Texas on April 11, 2009. Its distinctive brown color and fuzzy texture set it apart from other caterpillars in the area. - generated by AI

**Image Description**

* The image features a caterpillar with brown fur, identified as the salt marsh moth (Estigmene acrea), captured in Brazos Bend State Park, Needville, Texas.
* **Caterpillar Appearance**: The caterpillar is brown and furry, covered in long hairs that resemble fur. It has an elongated body shape, typical of many caterpillars.
* **Background**: The background of the image shows a person's palm holding the caterpillar, providing context for the photograph.

Overall, the image provides a close-up view of the salt marsh moth caterpillar, showcasing its distinctive appearance and habitat in Brazos Bend State Park. – AI vision

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