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Catocala mirandaObserver
luna2020Description
Reared on crataegus pedicillata (although likely not the natural foodplant for this sp)
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Catocala grisatraObserver
luna2020Description
Found on Crataegus flava in sandy turkey oak scrub habitat as larva and reared. Likely eclosed within past hour or so. Inat first?
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Kendall's Dryocampa Moth (Dryocampa kendalli)Observer
angela_18Description
Length of entire moth was probably a little over an inch.
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Kendall's Dryocampa Moth (Dryocampa kendalli)Observer
jgw_atxDescription
@ Lost Maples State Natural Area
~8C Cloudy Day - was disappointed at not finding any cool bugs to photograph, then found this moth on the window of the restrooms as we were getting ready to leave.
Not sure on the ID - I thought this was a faded Rosy Maple Moth (since this park is full of maples) but the locality makes that seem unlikely. Appreciate any input.
Also posted to BugGuide (here)
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Doris Tiger Moth (Apantesis doris)Observer
luna2020Description
At sheet with 15W blacklight
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Chain Fern Borer (Papaipema stenocelis)Observer
luna2020Description
Found at 175W MV and 2 20w CFL BLs in Longleaf Pine savanna with Chain Fern understory
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Okefenokee Zale Moth (Zale perculta)Observer
harrierDescription
A real treat to have come in to the light!
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Schizura matheriObserver
jtuttleDescription
This appears to be Schizura new species:
https://bugguide.net/node/view/865539
and
http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=8011.96
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Sheepmoths (Genus Hemileuca)Observer
cdrittenDescription
This is a moth or butterfly. Several present, all on the tall grass.
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Imperial Moth (Eacles imperialis)Observer
fastjeffbDescription
On the wall under a security light for a bank. First seen in Connecticut for 50+ years?
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Canadian Sphinx (Sphinx canadensis)Observer
rayrayDescription
Exceptional record for this boreal species. MV light, very humid and high 60's
