Hairs and spikes

Here are two beautiful caterpillars I photographed in my backyard recently. I believe they were attracted to the large amount of Virginia Creeper growing on one side of the yard.

Eight-spotted Forester Caterpillar

Eight-spotted Forester Caterpillar (Alypia octomaculata)

Common Buckeye Caterpillar

Common Buckeye Caterpillar (Junonia coenia)

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