Came across this little guy, which is a Giant Leopard Moth. As you can see they have these hidden red rings on their body. When threatened they will curl up into a tight ball and expose those bright rings. They don’t cause any harm to people and they aren’t know to cause any allergic reactions/rashes when touched. | Spring Farm CARES Nature Sanctuary

Have you seen a moth this beautiful before? Meet the giant leopard moth. These are among the largest of all moth species in North America, and the family includes such beautiful giants as the luna moth, the cecropia silkmoth, and the two-eyed Polyphemus moth. | Jeremiah Winden

Explaining Insects 🦋 on Instagram: "The giant leopard moth is a striking species with a white body covered in bold black spots, resembling a leopard’s pattern. Its wingspan can reach up to 3 inches, and when threatened or handled, it reveals bright metallic blue and orange coloring on its abdomen as a warning display. The caterpillar is a black, spiky woolly bear with red bands that become visible when it curls up. Despite its intimidating appearance, it is harmless to humans and does not sting