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Orange-patched Smoky Moth - Pyromorpha dimidiata Smoky black forewings with contrasting pale orange patches on outer basal areas. Approximately 10 mm long.<br /> <br /> Spotted in vegetation on the side of a stream. Geotagged,Orange-patched Smoky Moth,Pyromorpha,Pyromorpha dimidiata,Spring,United States,moth Click/tap to enlarge

Orange-patched Smoky Moth - Pyromorpha dimidiata

Smoky black forewings with contrasting pale orange patches on outer basal areas. Approximately 10 mm long.

Spotted in vegetation on the side of a stream.

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The Orange-Patched Smoky Moth

"Pyromorpha dimidiata", the orange-patched smoky moth, is a species of leaf skeletonizer moth of the family Zygaenidae found in eastern North America.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Christine Young
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Uploaded Jul 12, 2018. Captured Jun 3, 2018 10:32 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
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  • Canon EOS 80D
  • f/2.8
  • 1/166s
  • ISO250
  • 100mm

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