The ailanthus webworm is an ermine moth now found commonly in the United States. It was formerly known under the scientific name "Atteva punctella". This small, very colorful moth resembles a true bug or beetle when not in flight, but in flight it resembles a wasp.
Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
By Michael A. Meder
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Uploaded Sep 4, 2019. Captured in 1003 GA-31, Georgia 31037, USA.
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