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Army Cut Worm grub, Miller Moth or Euxoa auxiliaris Is considered a crop pest.<br />
Army cutworms are one of the richest foods for predators, such as brown bears, in this ecosystem, where up to 72% of the moth&rsquo;s body weight is fat, thus making it more calorie-rich than elk or deer. This is the highest known body fat percentage of any animal. Army cutworm,Euxoa auxiliaris,Geotagged,United States,Winter Click/tap to enlarge

Army Cut Worm grub, Miller Moth or Euxoa auxiliaris

Is considered a crop pest.
Army cutworms are one of the richest foods for predators, such as brown bears, in this ecosystem, where up to 72% of the moth’s body weight is fat, thus making it more calorie-rich than elk or deer. This is the highest known body fat percentage of any animal.

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The army cutworm is the immature form of "Euxoa auxiliaris". The adult moth is called a "miller moth" because of the fine scales on its wings that rub off easily and remind people of the dusty flour that covers the clothing of a miller.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by William Bodine
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Uploaded Feb 21, 2024. Captured Feb 15, 2024 12:09 in Pipeline Canyon Trail, Morristown, AZ 85342, USA.
  • Canon EOS R5
  • f/5.6
  • 1/332s
  • ISO160
  • 100mm