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The Penitent underwing

Catocala piatrix

Photo by KarenL
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Description:

The Penitent Underwing is a moth of the Noctuidae family. The species can be found in the Eastern part of the United States.
The wingspan is 68-84 mm. The moth flies from July to November depending on the location.
The larvae feed on Ash, Butternut, Hickory, Pecan, Persimmon, and Walnut trees.

Notes:

I'd love to know how it got it's name!

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Catocala piatrix

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