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Geometrid Moth

Eois sp.

Photo by pamsai
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9.84, -83.58

Field Notes

Description:

Small Moth. The spots on this moth flashed a silvery gold in the light.

Habitat:

found in the evening on a sheet under a halogen light, in pre-montane rainforest outside Tuis, Costa Rica

Species ID Suggestions

Geometrid Moth

Eois sp.

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Jacob Gorneau
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pamsai
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Jacob Gorneau
Many species in this genus are undescribed, or are in the process of being named as new species.

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PublishedJuly 24, 2013

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