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Wasp Mimic Moth

Lineodes sp.

Photo by LaurenZarate
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This moth seems to be entering into the realm of mimicry. It looks like both a wasp and a moth. It hides the underwings to increase the wasp effect and holds the tail in the air with a red tip. 1 cm long. Family Crambidae (Pyralidae).

Habitat:

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

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