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Parasitic wasps

Parasitic wasps are a gruesome lot.  There are many types.  Some are parasites to specific animals (mostly arthropods) while others may parasite a variety of animals.  I think the parasitic wasp above is Anomalon ejuncidum.  It’s a parasite of caterpillars and … Continue reading

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Giant Leopard Moth and Caterpillar

Giant Leopard Moth (Hypercompe scribonia) is a species of Tiger Moth.  I’ve noticed a few sites refer to them as ‘Woolly Bear’ caterpillars but those are in a different genus. If you’ve lived in Austin for even a short while … Continue reading

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