INSECTS
SILVER-SPOTTED TIGER
MOTH CATERPILLAR
Found this Tiger Moth Caterpillar hiding in plain site on a trail sign during our hike. As I was taking a photo, it turned & crawled directly toward my lens. If you look closely, you can see my reflection in the head!
Fun Fact: They are one of the few insects that are active in winter & fall months. At the beginning of May the caterpillar spins a cocoon made up of its shed hair & silk webbing.
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Location: Discovery Park, Washington
FIERY SKIPPER
This Fiery Skipper was feeding on nectar from a flower. As I got closer to capture its cute face, I realized it has 4 wings instead of 2!
Fun Fact: Skippers are considered to be the transitional group between butterflies & moths. They have the wings of a butterfly, but the fury body of a moth.
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Location: Fairfield, California
