"This is the first time I've seen this kind of caterpillar in this area."
The rusty tussock moth has invaded the tundra in the Nome area, an infestation of the species not seen this far north before.
Unusually high abundance of rusty tussock moth caterpillars in the Nome area.
Potential problem for local trees, berry bushes and other plants.
Unusually high abundance of caterpillars in the Nome River Valley.
The Nome Nugget
Observations From Members