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Harnessed Tiger Moth - Apantesis phalerata TL: ~ 18 mm. Somewhat variable lines on FW. Hosts: clover, corn, and dandelion<br />
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Harnessed Tiger Moth - Apantesis phalerata

TL: ~ 18 mm. Somewhat variable lines on FW. Hosts: clover, corn, and dandelion

Habitat: Attracted to a blacklight in a semi-rural area

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''Apantesis phalerata'' is a species of moth of the family Erebidae. It is found from Ontario, Quebec and Maine to Florida, west to Texas, north to South Dakota.

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

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Uploaded Jun 9, 2019. Captured Jun 7, 2019 21:26 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
  • Canon EOS 80D
  • f/4.5
  • 1/64s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm