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Great Southern White

Ascia monuste

Description:

Upper surface of male forewing white with black zigzag pattern on outer margin. Dry season female form resembles male with heavier black zigzag pattern and a small black spot in the wing cell. Wet-season female is darkened with black scales above and below. Wing Span: 2 1/2 - 3 3/8 inches (6.3 - 8.6 cm).

Habitat:

Flower garden near the beach.

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joanbstanley
Spotted by
joanbstanley

Florida, USA

Spotted on May 22, 2014
Submitted on Jul 7, 2014

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