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Field Notes

Description:

Large brown moth with a symmetrical wing pattern.

Habitat:

Found in the woods.

Notes:

Was about 1.5 inches long and was found at around 9:30 am on September 15, 2014.

Species ID Suggestions

Olive Angle Shades

Phlogophora iris

Reference Link
Davidbygott
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Comments (5)
deon1
Cool picture. I'm surprised that it didn't fly away when you got near to it.
ethanr1
Nice picture. Hope the moths camouflage keeps the predators away. Got to stay safe.
wade1
It's cool how the moth can hang almost straight up and down on the leaf
patrick5
Its interesting how the wings on the moth blend in with the leaves

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Portsmouth Abbey Wildlife
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PublishedSeptember 16, 2014

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