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Plume Moth (mating)

Hellinsia homodactyla

Description:

Small moths that have a narrow body and tightly collapsed wings that form a T shape. Their larvae bore holes into stems of pants making them a garden pest. Adults are most active at night and are attracted to lights, but they drink flower nectar during the day.

Habitat:

Backyard

Notes:

Found throughout North America.

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1 Comment

Roy Arun
Roy Arun 5 years ago

Great spotting.... Today first time I have seen this... :-)

Brian38
Spotted by
Brian38

Federal Way, Washington, USA

Spotted on Apr 1, 2019
Submitted on Apr 3, 2019

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