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Prominent Moth

Datana perspicua

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Description:

Brown and tan moth that mimics a leaf or end of a twig when at rest. Its head is rufous and the wings are tan and striped with a spot on each wing.

Habitat:

Sidewalk under a Date tree at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park mid-day.

Reference Links:

Species Datana perspicua - Spotted Datana - Hodges#7908 - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedAugust 21, 2015

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