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Melipotis indomita
Size: 4-5 cm. Pattern is prominant as the colors vary.
Range: Most common in southwest: CA-TX-KS-NV (where Mesquite occurs), but Covell (1984) notes it also occurs TX-FL-ME-MN Season: Apr-Oct Food: Mesquite Prosopis (Fabaceae) in western US
The most common and widest ranging species of Melipotis spp. May be active during the day on rotting fruit or flowers. Often attracted to lights in large numbers. Found under the porch light. The first picture is the true color.
Spotted on Oct 25, 2012
Submitted on Oct 25, 2012
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Thank you, Sachin! ")
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