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Orthosia hibisci
Larvae attack decidious trees and shrubs including: apple, crabapple, cherries, plums, poplar, maple, willow and white birch. They overwinter in the pupa stage. The adults are among the first moths to emerge in March or April. Larva are full grown by early June where they dig into the soil and pupate. One generation a year. (information from BugGuide)
Suburban backyard
Found on butterfly bush
Spotted on May 12, 2013
Submitted on May 13, 2013
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