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Metalmark moth

Cyanopepla arrogans

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9.94546, -84.0814

Field Notes

Description:

About 3 cm long, very soft wings, probably a new borned.

Habitat:

Found in a garden

Species ID Suggestions

Metal mark moth

Cyanopepla arrogan

Comments (21)

Correct name would be C. arrogans. http://www.boldsystems.org/views/taxbrowser.php?taxon=Cyanopepla%20arrogans
Congrats Jonathan for the spotting of the day.
It is my pleasure, Craig.... I found this in my back yard in San Jose, it is so small but from time to time, I go out to see what's new, this time I found this interesting moth.
It's a beauty! Thanks for showing it off so well Jonathan.
The reflexions are really something, and that is hard to bring in the picture.... So I am glad you all enjoy it.
beautiful moth and congrats!!
Great Colour combination...
So beautiful! Must have been amazing in person. Love your photos!
Love the colors! Another great spot Jonathan!
Spotting of the Day! "The Metalmark moth is a small iridescent, neotropical moth known for its colorful metallic patterns." http://facebook.com/projectnoah/posts/166364260127005 http://twitter.com/projectnoah/status/137366686323056640
Beautiful colours.. So lucky, being at Costa Rica.. It is definetely a biodiversity's hot spot!!

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