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Rosy Maple Moth

Dryocampa rubicunda

Photo by ConorSheaWing
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Field Notes

Description:

The body of this gorgeous moth is fuzzy and bright yellow. The wings are bright pink with a yellow stripe cutting across towards the abdomen. The legs of this moth are also pink.

Habitat:

Attracted by lights.

Notes:

I used a net to ensure capture until she cooled down enough for me to handle her. This was the second 'big' moth found in the Smoky Mountains.

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Comments (4)
AshleyT
Gah so jealous! They are so pretty

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PublishedAugust 9, 2013

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