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Actias luna
WS 75-105 mm. Apple green wings marked with sleepy-looking eyespots outlined yellow, white and black. HW has long, slightly twisted tails, Hosts: Deciduous trees including beech, cherry, hickory and willow.
Near woodlands and meadow.
Thanks to my neighbor Jeff Hall who spotted this Luna moth on his house and called me up. I brought back the moth in a container and took photos on the deck.
Spotted on Aug 10, 2012
Submitted on Aug 30, 2012
8 Comments
Awesome! In the video when it flies to beside the sliding glass door you can see Carol creeping up to it. lol :-D
It pays to have a big mouth, telling everyone my wish! HA!
Wow! You did it! I'm so happy for you. You have decent neighbors. Thorough coverage too, all around fantastic spot.
Glad I was finally able to upload the video. Thanks guys! My life is now complete. LOL
Impressive series Carol, Luna moth in your hand, great close up and video.
Congrats.
Hi Carol, happy to see you here again.
Welcome back Carol!
Awesome spot!
I was waiting for this one! How very lucky of you, Carol! You have succeeded in your mothly endeavor!