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Walker's moth

Sosxetra grata

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Field Notes

Description:

Lappet shaped moth, furry feet, predominantly brown but the edges of the wings have yellow and red markings.

Habitat:

Humid forest

Species ID Suggestions

Walker's moth

Sosxetra grata

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Jacob Gorneau
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Comments (2)
Jacob Gorneau
Absolutely gorgeous! The Lappet moths (Lasiocampidae) are in a different family than this moth (which is in Erebidae) but this species does bear a striking resemblance to lasiocampids. Great find!

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PublishedSeptember 13, 2015

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