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Hippotion Rosetta - Swinhoe's Striated Hawkmoth Caterpillar Behaves Like A Snake

A Swinhoe's striated hawkmoth caterpillar (Hippotion rosetta) is seen displaying a snake-like defense posture on May 27, 2025, in Tehatta, West Bengal, India. The caterpillar, which may appear green or grayish-brown, has a prominent horn on its tail and variable body markings depending on its form.

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Photo ID	#12415515
Date Taken	27 May 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2025 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto

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