Mouse Mat : Caterpillar of the Cholla Moth (Euscirrhopterus cosyra) on cholla cactus (Opuntia spp. ) - Sonoran Desert - Arizona - Family Noctuidae - Caterpillars feed on cholla cactus (Opuntia) during summer rainy season
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Caterpillar of the Cholla Moth (Euscirrhopterus cosyra) on cholla cactus (Opuntia spp. ) - Sonoran Desert - Arizona - Family Noctuidae - Caterpillars feed on cholla cactus (Opuntia) during summer rainy season
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Caterpillar of the Cholla Moth - on cholla cactus (Opuntia spp.)
Sonoran Desert, Arizona, USA
Euscirrhopterus cosyra
Family Noctuidae
John Cancalosi
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Media ID 1311515
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Cacti Cactus Caterpillar Caterpillars Cholla Chollas Deserts Larvae Lepidoptera Moth Moths
Mouse Mat
A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.9cm x 25.4cm (6.7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 21.8cm x 26.9cm (8.6" x 10.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Hungry Little Artist - The Cholla Muncher!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot by John Cancalosi, we witness a whimsical masterpiece created by the talented caterpillar of the Cholla Moth. With its vibrant stripes and fuzzy exterior, this little critter resembles an avant-garde painter who has found inspiration on a canvas of prickly cholla cactus. As if in a gourmet restaurant, our young artist is indulging in a sumptuous feast of Opuntia spp. , showcasing its refined taste for desert delicacies. This photo perfectly captures the essence of life in the Sonoran Desert during the summer rainy season when these caterpillars thrive. With their insatiable appetite for cacti, these adorable larvae transform themselves into magnificent moths from Family Noctuidae. It's truly astonishing how something so small can have such an impact on their surroundings! This image not only showcases the beauty and diversity of wildlife but also reminds us that even in harsh environments like deserts, life finds ways to flourish. So next time you encounter a cholla cactus while exploring North America's wild landscapes, take a moment to appreciate the intricate relationship between insects and plants - it might just inspire your own artistic endeavors!
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