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Armyworm Moth

Mythimna unipuncta

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Field Notes

Description:

Tan moth with black and white spots

Habitat:

Under porch light at night in the backyard

Reference Links:

Species Mythimna unipuncta - Armyworm - Hodges#10438 - BugGuide.Net

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Comments (2)
CindyBinghamKeiser
Thank you Leuba! I too usually see only worn Armyworm moths but this one was all shiny and new :)
Leuba Ridgway
A healthy looking moth Cindy - nice !. Most of the armyworms I've seen this season look worn-out.

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Moths of the World

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PublishedMay 13, 2013

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