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Noctuid Moth

Photo by LaurenZarate
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Description:

This large moth of 3 cm in length had a remarkable purple sheen reflecting from it's scales when rotated. I would love to see what colors other insects can see from their far greater spectal vision. Family Noctuidae.

Habitat:

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

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PublishedJuly 22, 2013

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