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Luna Moth

Actias luna

Photo by Amy20
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Description:

Large moth approximate 4 inch wingspan. Lime green and pink with 4 "eyes" on its wings. Beautiful! White furry body.

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Comments (4)
TerriAllenVinson
Wow, Amy, I have a photo of a Luna moth on a red brick building from a trip to Florida - coincidence, or do Luna moths love red brick walls? Terri in Prairie Creek, Arkansas
LindaLaBombard
Only have seen a few in my lifetime. They are so beautiful. :)
Mandy Hollman
Beautiful! Lucky you :) Luna moths are easily my favorite moths!

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PublishedMay 1, 2013

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