Caterpillars of Pacific Northwest
Forests and Woodlands
Photo Key to Species
Group B-3 -- Species in group B-3 have hairs that are sclerotized and spine-like. Most of these species are Nymphalidae or Saturniidae.
Group B-3a -- Subgroups: Spines with a single point - Species in group B-3a have hairs modified into chalazae. Most of these species are Nymphalidae.
- Euphydryas chalcedona [Nymphalidae] - Chalcedon Checkerspot
- Nymphalis antiopa [Nymphalidae] - Mourningcloak Butterfly
- Nymphalis californicum [Nymphalidae] - California Tortoiseshell
- Polygonia faunus [Nymphalidae] - Faun Anglewing
- Vanessa cardui [Nymphalidae] - Painted Lady
- Coloradia pandora [Saturniidae] - Pandora Moth
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