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Southern Flannel Moth

Megalopyge opercularis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Megalopygidae ›Genus: Megalopyge

About

Megalopyge opercularis is a moth of the family Megalopygidae. It has numerous common names, including southern flannel moth for its adult form, and puss caterpillar, asp, Italian asp, woolly slug, opossum bug, puss moth, tree asp, or asp caterpillar for its larval form.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Flannel Moth?
The scientific name of Southern Flannel Moth is Megalopyge opercularis.
What kingdom does Southern Flannel Moth belong to?
Southern Flannel Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Southern Flannel Moth belong to?
Southern Flannel Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Southern Flannel Moth belong to?
Southern Flannel Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Southern Flannel Moth belong to?
Southern Flannel Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Southern Flannel Moth belong to?
Southern Flannel Moth belongs to the family Megalopygidae.
What genus does Southern Flannel Moth belong to?
Southern Flannel Moth belongs to the genus Megalopyge.