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The 'Dalceridae' are a small family of moths with around 80 known species, encompassing about one dozen genera mostly found in the Neotropical region, with a few reaching the far south of the Nearctic region.

Their larvae (along with those of the sister taxa Limacodidae and Megalopygidae), measuring only about 1-2 cm in length, are often referred to as "jewel", "jelly", or "slug" caterpillars due to the translucent gelatinous coating that covers the exoskeleton of many species, as well as their stunning colors.

Though, this jewel-like appearance does not remain for long, with their adult forms taking a bright, fluffy, orange appearance. Much like a certain cheese flavored snack!

While the exact function of this gelatinous substance, along with the fragile spines underneath is not entirely clear, it is assumed to act as a means of mechanical self-defence by being nontoxic. Instead, it provides any potential predators with a "mouthful of goo" and temporarily incapacitates them.

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