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Luna Moth

Actias luna

Description:

Distinctive lime green moth, large with long tails. Leading edge of forwings are purple with eyespots. One of the most easily identifiable and well known moths in North America (I'd wager). National Moth Week 2017.

Habitat:

Suburban. Attracted to outdoor lights overnight.

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ForestDragon
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ForestDragon

Virginia, USA

Spotted on Jul 30, 2017
Submitted on Jul 31, 2017

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