This citrus-loving caterpillar looks a bit like bird droppings on a plant--effective camouflage to protect it from predators.
The Caterpillar of the Giant Swallowtail Butterfly Loves Citrus
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This citrus-loving caterpillar looks a bit like bird droppings on a plant--effective camouflage to protect it from predators.