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Geometrid moth

Spaniocentra sp.

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Field Notes

Description:

This moth had a wingspan of 2.5 cm (1 inch).

Habitat:

Hills overlooking Manila.

Notes:

This little creature didn't seem very healthy; it didn't seem to be able to fly away after our photo session. About 30 mins later it was being eaten by a jumping spider... :-(

Species ID Suggestions

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I wonder if this is actually the same species as this spotting: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/7946108 i.e. it's a Geometrid moth, Spaniocentra sp...?
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PublishedDecember 11, 2011

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