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Common Gray - Anavitrinella pampinaria Gray moth with black mottling. The first abdominal segment has a pale whitish band that is bordered proximally by a black line - this black line extends onto the base of the hindwing and forewing, then curves forward, but usually breaks before reaching the costa. Postmedian line is wavy.<br />
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Habitat: Attracted to 365+395 nm LED lights in a semi-rural area<br />
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Common Gray - Anavitrinella pampinaria

Gray moth with black mottling. The first abdominal segment has a pale whitish band that is bordered proximally by a black line - this black line extends onto the base of the hindwing and forewing, then curves forward, but usually breaks before reaching the costa. Postmedian line is wavy.

Habitat: Attracted to 365+395 nm LED lights in a semi-rural area

2021(174)

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"Anavitrinella pampinaria", the common gray, is a moth of the family Geometridae. It is found in most of North America except the arctic regions, south to Mexico. Adults are on wing from April to October.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Christine Young

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Uploaded Jul 28, 2021. Captured Jul 24, 2021 23:28 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/13.0
  • 1/128s
  • ISO1600
  • 100mm