Caterpillar of the Puss Moth (Cerura vinula) adopts its defence posture in response to a perceived threat

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Size: 6005px × 4175px
Location: Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, UK
Photo credit: © Barrie Harwood / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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