Vine Hawk Moth Caterpillar stage. The Vine Hawkmoth Caterpillar also known as the Silver-Striped Hawk Moth and scientifically as Hippotion celerio

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This macro photography image shows a highly detailed close-up of the snake-like fake eyes with the Caterpillar head curved downwards. This is a form of defence and protection whereby the Caterpillar appears to be a lot more menacing than it really is to ward off predators.

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Size: 3648px × 5472px
Location: Samarinda, Kalimantan, Indonesia
Photo credit: © Antony Ratcliffe / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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