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Melonworm Moth

Diaphania hyalinata

Photo by suzybousa
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Field Notes

Description:

The wings are pearly white centrally, and slightly iridescent, but are edged with a broad band of dark brown. Moths frequently display brushy hairpencils at the tip of the abdomen when at rest. (Entomology.ifas.ufl.edu)

Habitat:

My Patio. These moths are present throughout the year in southern Florida.

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melonworm - Diaphania hyalinata

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