Observation date: August 27, 2019
Date notes: We noticed this on our patio not near any plant. We noticed it because it looked like a fly was attacking it & the caterpillar kept rolling over & trying to get away from the fly. We do not know what it is or if it is poisonous.
Submitted by: Lisa’s
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It is on the patio not near any plants...rolling around trying to get away from a fly that seemed to be attacking it.
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Saba
Verified date: August 28, 2019
Coordinator notes: Sometimes called Tobacco Hornworm, this caterpillar frequently attacks tomato plants and fruits.
