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Hieroglyphic Moth

Diphthera festiva

Photo by LuisStevens
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This has to be one of the most beautiful moths I have ever seen. 3 cm long.

Habitat:

Semi tropical forest.

Reference Links:

Diphthera festiva

Species ID Suggestions

Hieroglyphic Moth

Diphthera festiva

Reference Link
Reza Hashemizadeh
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Comments (12)
LuisStevens
Thank you Reza Hashemizadeh for the ID and the link. I really wanted to know what it was.

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2013 Best Wildlife Photo

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PublishedJuly 27, 2013

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