Moths of Distinction: Southern Flannel Moth

Common Name: Southern Flannel Moth
Scientific Name: Megalopyge opercularis

The caterpillar of this moth is known as the Puss Moth caterpillar. It resembles a fuzzy pierogi or oddly shaped tribble. It’s notoriously known for being a stinging caterpillar. “Look but don’t touch!”

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