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Bandelier National Monument Forester Moth and Caterpillar
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Bandelier National Monument
Forester Moth
Forester Moth and caterpillar
Photos by Sally King
FORESTER MOTH AND CATERPILLAR
Common, especially on the Falls Trail, in late spring and early summer.  Host plant: Canyon Grape

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Queen butterfly

Did You Know?
Queen butterflies are often mistaken for Monarchs because they look so much alike. This is beneficial to the Queen, who is avoided by predators who fear this look-alike may be as toxic as the Monarch.

Last Updated: December 17, 2007 at 18:10 MST