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European Pepper Moth

Duponchelia fovealis

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Description:

Tan and brown moth. This is the second time I've spotted this European species but the colors are quite muted. Here is my first spotting of it showing how colorful it can be: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/23195033

Habitat:

Under porch light at night in the backyard

Reference Links:

Species Duponchelia fovealis - European Pepper Moth - Hodges#5156.5 - BugGuide…

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PublishedJune 30, 2013

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