What The Bird Sees
Ran into a caterpillar with an interesting defense system. It became aware of me & instantly tucked its head out of sight. I was left looking at one end with large threatening eyes and the other end with a wicked looking stinger. Both totally fake, of course. Works well with would-be predators.
Tersa Sphinx Caterpillar (Xylophanes tersa)
Spring Creek Forest Preserve, Garland Texas
My photos can also be found at kapturedbykala.com
What The Bird Sees
Ran into a caterpillar with an interesting defense system. It became aware of me & instantly tucked its head out of sight. I was left looking at one end with large threatening eyes and the other end with a wicked looking stinger. Both totally fake, of course. Works well with would-be predators.
Tersa Sphinx Caterpillar (Xylophanes tersa)
Spring Creek Forest Preserve, Garland Texas
My photos can also be found at kapturedbykala.com