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Nomophila nearctica
Family: Crambidae, Subfamily: Pyraustinae. Small common deltoid moth. TL 15 mm. Long, narrow FW is brown with contrasting blackish spots and streaks. Tucks antennae down when at rest. (this isn't dead) Hosts: Low plants including alfalfa, celery, clover.
Near woodlands and meadow. Widespread range. Attracted to light.
Spotted on Jul 23, 2012
Submitted on Jul 26, 2012
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