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American Ermine Moth

Yponomeuta multipunctella

Photo by LisaPowers
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Field Notes

Description:

A small white moth with black polka dots.

Habitat:

Came to a light trap in a rural yard.

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Comments (7)
LisaPowers
Thanks Adarsha! I am always pleased when I am 'gifted' by Mother Nature!
LisaPowers
Thanks Jemma. It was a delicate little surprise to my yard.
LisaPowers
Thanks J! It was the first one I had seen. Very neat little moth.

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Moths of the World
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Insects of TN
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Fauna and Flora of Froghaven Farm
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
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The Bug Chicks Sofa Safari
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PublishedJune 13, 2013

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