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Luna Moth

Actias luna

Description:

One on the largest moths in North America. Know as a Giant Silk moth. Found mostly in the early part of the summer/late spring. Pale green color with multiple fake eye-spots called ocelluses.

Habitat:

Rural Area

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2 Comments

LuckyLogan
LuckyLogan 9 years ago

It really is! It was really something watching her lay her eggs.

Stephanie R.
Stephanie R. 9 years ago

Beautiful moth, Logan!

LuckyLogan
Spotted by
LuckyLogan

Iowa, USA

Spotted on Aug 19, 2014
Submitted on Aug 20, 2014

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