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Ailanthus Webworm Moth

Atteva aurea

Photo by NoSutt
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Description:

Orange yellow and black speckled moth that tucks its wings in close to its body so that it looks like a beetle when not flying. (thank you InannaBintAli)

Reference Links:

Ailanthus Webworm Moth - Atteva aurea - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Ailanthus Webworm Moth

Atteva aurea

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InannaBintAli
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Comments (5)
InannaBintAli
Glad to help. Now I know how to name my picture when I get around to posting it.
NoSutt
wow, amazing little guy. thank you so much for your help. I really appreciate it =)
InannaBintAli
Here's a picture of it with wings spread: http://bugguide.net/node/view/229024 Those orange, white and black markings sure are beautiful.
InannaBintAli
Just figured it out. Wow! It's a moth that tucks its wings in close to its body so that it looks like a beetle when not flying. Mother Nature sure is amazing.
InannaBintAli
I found one of these in my garden yesterday and haven't posted the picture yet. Don't know what they are, but I'll let you know if I figure it out.

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