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Freeman's Palpita Moth

Palpita freemanalis

Photo by Saturniidae27
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Field Notes

Description:

Seen at mercury vapor light sheet.

Habitat:

In my garden, Fort Worth, Texas.

Notes:

The wingspan is 20–22 mm. There are two distinct forms. The early spring form is dark brownish grey and larger than the summer form, which is yellowish orange. Adults have been recorded from March to September, with most records from August.

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