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The Gem - Orthonama obstipata WS: ~20 mm.  This species is sexually dimorphic and this photo shows a female. The forewings of the female are maroon with white lines and a white-edged discal spot.<br />
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Habitat: Semi-rural area<br />
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*This species can&#039;t survive the cold winters, so northern individuals are immigrants from the south. Geotagged,Orthonama,Orthonama obstipata,Orthonama obstipata female,Spring,The Gem,United States,moth Click/tap to enlarge

The Gem - Orthonama obstipata

WS: ~20 mm. This species is sexually dimorphic and this photo shows a female. The forewings of the female are maroon with white lines and a white-edged discal spot.

Habitat: Semi-rural area

*This species can't survive the cold winters, so northern individuals are immigrants from the south.

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The Gem is a moth of the family Geometridae.

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

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Uploaded May 6, 2019. Captured May 3, 2019 21:15 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
  • Canon EOS 80D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/64s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm