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Black Cutworm Moth
Agrotis ipsilon
32.8909, -97.2778
Field Notes
Description:
This moth is in the family of noctuid moth found worldwide.It was found at a porch light, along with many other species of moths crane flies, and blister beetles.This species is considered an agricultural pest, as sometimes they devour crops.But in my garden just a few dandelion leaves.
Habitat:
Gardens,Crops,Fields
Notes:
One cool fact is that the moth gets its scientific name from black markings on its forewings shaped like the letter "Y" or the Greek letter upsilon.
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 29, 2020
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