Wisconsin Native Caterpillars
Gray Comma Caterpillar
Genus-Species: Polygonia progne
Host Plants: Gooseberries (Ribes) and azalea
(Rhododendron).
Habitat: Along dirt roads, along streamsides,
and within clearings in rich deciduous or confierous woods, in aspen parks, yards, and
gardens. Often in hilly terrain or canyons.
Comments: Caterpillars are yellowish brown
with dark markings. The spines are blackish.