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Pyrausta Moth

Pyrausta socialis

Photo by LaurenZarate
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Field Notes

Description:

Small moth of about 5 mm. The body and legs are white. Family Crambidae (Pyralidae). The last two pictures were taken 28 April 2013 in the same place.

Habitat:

Came to an ultraviolet light in the garden, San Cristobal de Las Casas, 2,200 meters.

Notes:

http://www.ontariomoths.com/crambidae/

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