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Monopis pavlovskii
I was so excited when I saw this moth because I thought it was the Skunk Moth (Polix coloradella), which I've been hoping to see. Alas, it was not. But, it's still my favorite moth from last night!
Total length: 7 mm. Dark gray/black forewing with a large, white patch covering the outer median and subterminal areas. Head and thorax are white. Tufts create a lumpy appearance. This moth feeds on rotting vegetation and animal matter.
Attracted to a moth light in a rural area.
This is the first spotting of this species on Project Noah.
Spotted on Jul 25, 2018
Submitted on Jul 26, 2018
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