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Desmia Grape Leaffolder Moth Desmia funeralis/maculalis

Desmia funeralis/maculalis

Photo by LisaPowers
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Field Notes

Description:

Smallish black moth with large white blotches.

Habitat:

Rural back yard attracted by light trap

Species ID Suggestions

Desmia Grape Leaffolder Moth

Desmia funeralis/maculalis

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bayucca
Crambidae, Pyraustinae, Spilomelini, Desmia funeralis or Desmia maculalis. Since both are not distinguishable by picture they are usually called Desmia funeralis/maculalis.

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PublishedJuly 24, 2013

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