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What species of caterpillar is this? I have never seen anything like it!?

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That is the White Flower Caterpillar is was brought from Africa in the 1800's to North America
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I could not find anything about this insect in any of my books so I was interested in your identification. When I looked on Bug guide I found the same picture posted there. I am sure they would appreciate your answer there as well.
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silk caterpillar
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That's NOT a caterpillar. It's a Waxbug. This is a species of true bug that exudes a waxy substance that extends out from its body in columns that look like thick white hairs. It is a very fragile insect and fascinating to watch. One of the reasons this wax is created is to protect them from predators. What attacking predator wants a mouthful of wax?

Interesting little squirt isn't it?
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that would be a tissue after my dog got to it
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