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Freeman's Palpita Moth (Palpita freemanalis)? Attracted to lights near a backyard habitat.<br />
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Freeman's Palpita Moth (Palpita freemanalis)?

Attracted to lights near a backyard habitat.

ID pending.

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''Palpita freemanalis'', Freeman's palpita moth, is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Munroe in 1952. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.

The wingspan is 20–22 mm. There are two distinct forms. The early spring form is dark brownish grey and larger than the summer form, which is yellowish orange. Adults have been recorded.. more

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Flown Kimmerling
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By Flown Kimmerling

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Uploaded Jul 20, 2018. Captured Jul 28, 2017 21:22 in 101 Earl St, Plainville, GA 30733, USA.
  • Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi
  • f/5.6
  • 1/100s
  • ISO400
  • 60mm