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Hickory Horned Devil

© Bob Cammarata

Hickory Horned Devil

Uploaded: September 21, 2007

Description

((Citheronia regalis))

Nikkor 180 mm, PB-4 Bellows, Provia 100


Comments

Bob Cammarata September 21, 2007

This intimidating looking creature is actually quite harmless. Hickory horned devils evolve through several life stages (“instars”)…eventually mutating into Royal Walnut Moths.
These guys are HUGE!…measuring five to six inches in length in their final instar.
You can see a full-body photo of this fascinating creature Here and a close-up of its head structure Here

Bob
#743315

Donald K. Cherry September 21, 2007

Excellent detail on this excellent macro, Bob. #4819060

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict September 21, 2007

Awesome details and presentation here Bob, great image...Dominick #4819083

Heather L. Haderly September 21, 2007

Wonderful Bob!!! #4820705

Bob Cammarata September 21, 2007

Thanks Dominick, Donald and Heather for your nice comments.

This amazing looking critter really fascinated me at the scene and I was compelled to research its biology.
This huge caterpillar will eventually grow to twice the size pictured here, turn green, drop to the ground, then crawl around seeking a likely spot to burrow into the earth to pupate.
It will emerge next spring as a Royal Walnut Moth...and seek a mate with which to start the cycle all over again.

Bob #4823640


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