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Biston betularia Very warm night (~75 degrees F) and humid. Attracted to an incandescent porch light. Biston betularia,Geotagged,Peppered moth,Summer,United States Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Biston betularia

Very warm night (~75 degrees F) and humid. Attracted to an incandescent porch light.

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The peppered moth is a temperate species of night-flying moth. Peppered moth evolution is an example of population genetics and natural selection.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Gary B
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By Gary B

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Uploaded Jun 30, 2019. Captured Jun 29, 2019 23:24 in 4408 Miller Rd, Barnum, MN 55707, USA.
  • Canon EOS Rebel T6
  • f/3.5
  • 1/64s
  • ISO800
  • 100mm