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Virbia moth

Virbia sp.

Photo by Aaron_G
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Field Notes

Description:

Most adults are yellowish above on forewings, with bright hindwings, a typical startling pattern. 14 species are found north of Mexico. (information from BugGuide)

Habitat:

Mixed prairie/woodland

Reference Links:

Genus Virbia - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Virbia Moth

Virbia sp.

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Jacob Gorneau
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Comments (3)
Jacob Gorneau
Species in the Virbia genus usually need to be distinguished by looking at their brightly colored hindwings.
KimLomman
That's a really interesting looking moth.

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PublishedMay 23, 2013

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