The Spongy Moth caterpillars - formerly known as the Gypsy Moth caterpillars - are back! And they're chomping through leaves at a prodigious rate. We're sure you have questions about this pesky critter that has made it onto multiple top 100 invasive species lists and is currently infesting our area. Our Ecologist and Director of Education Julie Hart will be here next week with answers for you. So, comment on this post and let us know your questions about the Spongy Moth caterpillars!
Photo of spongy moth caterpillar by Karla Salp, Washington State Department of Agriculture, Bugwood.org
Original source can be found here.
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