Tag: Caterpillar

Found in the Exploration Gardens: Polyphemus Moth Cocoons

Posted: February 27, 2019

The polyphemus moth is one of the largest and most beautiful silk moths. It is named after Polyphemus, the giant cyclops from Greek mythology who had a single large, round, eye in the middle of his forehead. The… Read More

Category: Agriculture, Horticulture

Tags: Caterpillar, cflandscapes, cocoon, exploration gardens, Polyphemus moth

Tomato Hornworm in the Vegetable Garden

by Ed Thralls

Posted: October 26, 2017

The tomato hornworm caterpillar is the larval stage of a sphinx moth. It is the largest caterpillar found in the vegetable garden if is feeds long enough. Sometimes, the caterpillar coloration blends in well on the plant it… Read More

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes

Tags: Caterpillar, Tomato Hornworm, Vegetable Pest

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