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False Crocus Geometer moth

Photo by LaceyFinchum
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Field Notes

Description:

Yellow moth with brown speckles

Habitat:

Woodland

Species ID Suggestions

False Crocus Geometer Moth

Xanthotype urticaria

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Geometridae
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Comments (4)
Ashish
This link may help you... http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/browse/BO.HTM
bayucca
I remembered... They are obviously quite variable in markings and spots...
Ashish
Lovely shade.. Nice one moth Lacey... Nice job..!!
bayucca
It is a moth, not a butterfly. I know it might be a moth with an "X" at the beginning of the name, but can't remember now...

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PublishedMarch 12, 2012

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