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Orange mint moth

Pyrausta orphisalis

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Field Notes

Description:

A species of moth of the family Crambidae. The wingspan is about 15-17 mm.The moth flies from mid-June to late July depending on the location.

Habitat:

I find this moth every year in my mint plants in the backyard.

Reference Links:

Pyrausta orphisalis - Wikipedia

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