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Speckled Green Fruitworm Moth - Orthosia hibisci There were dozens of these moths at my light. Many were lying on their backs even though they were alive.<br />
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Habitat: Attracted to a 365 nm LED light; semi-rural area<br />
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Habitat: Attracted to a 365 nm LED light; semi-rural area<br />
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Speckled Green Fruitworm Moth - Orthosia hibisci

There were dozens of these moths at my light. Many were lying on their backs even though they were alive.

Habitat: Attracted to a 365 nm LED light; semi-rural area

2024(2)

Speckled Green Fruitworm Moth - Orthosia hibisci There were dozens of these moths at my light. Many were lying on their backs even though they were alive.<br />
<br />
Habitat: Attracted to a 365 nm LED light; semi-rural area<br />
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2024(2)<br />
https://www.jungledragon.com/image/159281/speckled_green_fruitworm_moth_-_orthosia_hibisci.html Geotagged,Orthosia hibisci,Speckled Green Fruitworm Moth,Spring,United States

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"Orthosia hibisci", the speckled green fruitworm moth, is a moth of the family Noctuidae. It is found in most of North America, except in desert regions. The habitat consists of moist forests, riparian, agricultural and urban areas.

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

Attribution Non-Commercial
Uploaded Apr 17, 2024. Captured Apr 9, 2024 22:06 in 4 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/8.0
  • 1/256s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm