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Plume moth

Photo by dotun55
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Description:

It was rather a surprise to find this unique moth featuring in the back porch one night. Resting on a ragged fabric, it resembled an organism that may have survived the Jurassic era.
Its wing shape, broomstick appendages and feather weight are interesting characteristics. I've seen a variety of plume moths in the Moth Gallery. It was good to get close and personal with one.

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Leuba Ridgway
They are very interesting, aren't they ? This is a nice one !

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