Larva of the Puss Moth (Cerura vinula) in typical 'threatening' pose that the caterpillar adopts when disturbed

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Size: 6812px × 4708px
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire, UK
Photo credit: © Barrie Harwood / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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