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Eyed Paectes

Paectes oculatrix

Photo by Christine Y.
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Field Notes

Description:

This moth was resting with its abdomen sticking up. It had large rounded pattern on each forewing, resembling eyes. The colors were mostly brown, gray, and reddish coloration with some metallic scales.

Habitat:

Under a light on my deck in a rural area.

Reference Links:

Species Paectes oculatrix - Eyed Paectes - Hodges#8957 - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Eyed Paectes

Paectes oculatrix

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PublishedJuly 27, 2017

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