All-white moth on leaf, La Isla Escondida, Colombia

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Christine Young

Lion

If this was in the NE US, I would say that it *sort of* resembles Cycnia sp., such as Cycnia oregonensis. But, in Colombia...??? I have no idea. I predict that you have many months of challenging IDs ahead of you! Posted 6 years ago
1. Ferdy Christant
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks! That does look awfully close, apart from the yellow head. The genus looks like a great starting point.
  You're right about the challenges ahead, it's not looking great as I don't have any great resources for moths in Colombia. I'd buy a book if one would exist, but can't find anything useful yet. Posted 6 years ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
    Lion
    
    It seems like there is a lot of undocumented biodiversity in Colombia! Your collection on JD may someday help with future ID efforts. Posted 6 years ago
  2. 1. Ferdy Christant
      
      Lion
      
      I hope it will. And it's not just Colombia. Ecuador too, search for any group + location and you always come back to the same resource, and I think you know who I mean.
      
      So much information locked up in books, let's change that bit by bit :) Posted 6 years ago
    2. 1. Christine Young
        
        Lion
        
        Definitely! Posted 6 years ago

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