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Large Yellow Underwing

Noctua pronuba

Description:

This noctuid moth is native to Europe. It was introduced to Nova Scotia and spreaded across the northern U.S.

Habitat:

Goldenrod flowers

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8 Comments

Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 12 years ago

Oh, yes, it most definitely is. Unfortunately, Project Noah first only lets missions stay within a 300-mile range. After we get about 60-70 participants, I can apply to have the range expanded. I cannot wait until the region is expanded, because this spotting is spectacular!!

JVM
JVM 12 years ago

No problem. But are you referring to the "Moths of the Northeastern US"? I thought Pennsylvania was part of the Northeastern US.

Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 12 years ago

I'm sorry, but Project Noah requires spottings to be within a 300 mile range. Unfortunately, your spotting does not fall in this range. Stay tuned though, if you stay joined, and have others join as well, our mission's range will expand into your area! I cannot wait until your spotting can fit into our range!!! Thanks for understanding. I will post a comment on this moth when you can re-enter it into the mission.

Steffi
Steffi 12 years ago

Looks like an Underwing Moth - maybe the Darling Underwing (Catocala cara). Great shots!

BillCarpenter
BillCarpenter 12 years ago

Great shots.

MickGrant
MickGrant 12 years ago

Good job, a friendly moth is probably quite rare!

JVM
JVM 12 years ago

Thank you! This was a very friendly moth. It even landed on my hand :)

MickGrant
MickGrant 12 years ago

Great macro series - excellent work!

JVM
Spotted by
JVM

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Spotted on Sep 9, 2011
Submitted on Sep 10, 2011

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