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Blinded Sphinx Moth

Paonias excaecata

Description:

Outer margins of the forewings are strongly scalloped, with white fringe on the concave part of the scallops. Forewing upperside is pale gray to dark reddish brown; underside has pink at the base. Upperside of hindwing is pale to dark brown with a broad pink patch at the base and a single blue eyespot. Wing Span: 2 3/16 - 3 3/4 inches (5.5 - 9.5 cm).

Habitat:

Hanging on the wall under the patio roof

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gatorfellows
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gatorfellows

Texas, USA

Spotted on Sep 2, 2014
Submitted on Sep 8, 2014

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