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Diaphania nitidalis Dapa, Valle Del Cauca, 2100m Diaphania nitidalis,Pickleworm Click/tap to enlarge

Diaphania nitidalis

Dapa, Valle Del Cauca, 2100m

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''Diaphania nitidalis'', the pickleworm, is a serious agricultural pest insect in the family Crambidae. It damages squash primarily, but it is also a common pest of other cucurbits such as cucumbers and melons. It is a tropical species which can be found in the southern United States.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Peter Dexter Hoell

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Uploaded Apr 6, 2021. Captured Apr 3, 2021 21:46.
  • ILCE-6000
  • f/18.0
  • 1/400s
  • ISO1000
  • 50mm