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Watermilfoil Leafcutter Moth

Parapoynx allionealis

Photo by AshleyT
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Field Notes

Description:

A small, white moth that has a long, pointed abdomen. The wings have feathery edges and have brown patterning on them.

Habitat:

Porch light at a building in the forest.

Reference Links:

Moth Photographers Group – Parapoynx allionealis – 4764

Species ID Suggestions

Watermilfoil Leafcutter Moth

Parapoynx allionealis

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Jacob Gorneau
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Comments (1)
Jacob Gorneau
I've not seen this variation before, but this seems to be the most possible species. I would verify the ID.

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PublishedJuly 21, 2013

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