We found a very pretty green, plump caterpillar recently. We put it in our bug box. While we were debating wether to keep it or not it made its cocoon! Yikes! We only kept it over night! We were trying to figure out what it was. Hopefully, it is a Luna Moth but of course, I am not a professional. Here are some pictures (and information) of a Luna Moth.
http://www.fcps.edu/StratfordLandingES/Ecology/mpages/luna_moth.htm
http://www.ivyhall.district96.k12.il.us/4th/kkhp/1insects/luna.html
So you have to really look to see the cocoon. It looks like a white rabbits foot on the right side. It is laying down so I hope that isn't a problem. Most of the time the cocoon is hanging.
1 comment:
how exciting! I love Luna Moths! I can't wait to see God's surprise, whatever it is! :-)
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