The chrysalis, or pupa, of a Puss Moth, Cerura vinula. It can be seen here with its protective cocoon cut away. The cocoon is very tough and made from

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The chrysalis, or pupa, of a Puss Moth, Cerura vinula. It can be seen here with its protective cocoon cut away. The cocoon is very tough and made from the caterpillar’s saliva and chewed up wood fragments in this case. Dorset England UK GB

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