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common name: saddleback caterpillar
scientific name: Acharia stimulea (Clemens) (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Limacodidae)
saddleback caterpillar - Acharia stimulea (Clemens)

Acharia stimulea (Clemens) is a limacodid moth, or slug moth, best known for its larval growth phase. Distinct bright color patterns and the presence of venomous, urticating spines lead to its recognition as the saddleback caterpillar.