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Luna moth

Actias luna

Photo by georgesmilely
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Field Notes

Description:

Male Luna moth filling out his wings for his big night out with the ladies.

Habitat:

Hanging on the side of a concrete block wall 18" above ground under oak and hickory trees.

Notes:

This was taken at twilight and there wasn't enough light left to photograph him after his wings were completely filled out.

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PublishedAugust 1, 2014

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