Do Asps Turn into Moths?

Fun fact: Once the caterpillar turns into a flannel moth, he's no longer venomous! The Texas asp is teardrop-shaped, and, with their long, silky hairs, resemble a tuft of cotton or fur. Their color varies from yellow or gray to reddish-brown, or a mixture of colors.

What does a black asp turn into?

When younger, these caterpillars can be brown or black and have a few noticeable bands. Their molting cycle is fascinating to watch, as each molt brings out more spikes and more bands, allowing you to monitor their growth. All caterpillars eventually turn into moths, and the giant leopard moth is particularly striking.

Is the asp moth poisonous?

Puss moth caterpillars (Megalopyge opercularis), of the order Lepidoptera, are also known as asps. They are one of the most toxic caterpillars in North America.