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Luna Moth

Actias luna

Photo by annorion
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Field Notes

Description:

Large light green moth, about 5 inches (13cm) with eye like spots on hind wings. Also has distinctive ribbon like extensions on hind wings.

Notes:

Three different moths were hanging out by the porch light one evening before a rain storm.

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Actias luna

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PublishedAugust 14, 2011

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