tiny, spikey caterpillar id
7 years ago
zone 6b/7a
central NJ, rural (Delaware) river town
found this tiny, yet intimidating, critter in the weeds near our tomato beds. just this one lonely fella, looked for more like him to no avail. only about 1/3 or 1/2 inch long but black and red (fighting colors!) and covered from head to rear end with spikes.
can anyone id it for me?
thanks in advance peeps!
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