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Scopula inductata Scopula inductata (Soft-lined Wave Moth). Tips of hindwings are rounded rather than sharply angled which helps to separate this species from the enucleata form of Scopula limboundata. Geotagged,Lepidoptera,Minnesota,Scopula inductata,Soft-Lined Wave Moth,Spring,United States,enucleata,geometridae,insects,moth Click/tap to enlarge

Scopula inductata

Scopula inductata (Soft-lined Wave Moth). Tips of hindwings are rounded rather than sharply angled which helps to separate this species from the enucleata form of Scopula limboundata.

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The Soft-Lined Wave Moth

''Scopula inductata'', the soft-lined wave, is a moth of the family Geometridae. It was described by Achille Guenée in 1857. It is found in North America, from Newfoundland to the coast of British Columbia, north to the Northwest Territories, south to Alabama and Utah.

The wingspan is 20–25 millimetres . The wings are light yellowish gray, crossed by several gray wavy lines. The outer edges of the wings are rounded. There is a black dot present near the middle of each wing. Adults.. more

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Gary B
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Uploaded Feb 27, 2019. Captured Jun 17, 2018 21:59 in 4408 Miller Rd, Barnum, MN 55707, USA.
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  • Canon EOS Rebel T6
  • f/4.5
  • 1/64s
  • ISO640
  • 30mm