Rescued Caterpillar for ID

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Rescued Caterpillar for ID

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I rescued a caterpillar this evening but have no idea what it is can anyone help with the ID and any foodplant so I can feed it.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/8209127@N04/3878913843/

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Mark
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Re: Rescued Caterpillar for ID

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Looks like Buff Ermine. It will accept a variety of low plants such as dandelion. It may be ready to pupate, so give it some litter to spin its cocoon in.

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Re: Rescued Caterpillar for ID

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Donre

Many Thanks

Mark
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