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Posturing Arta Moth - Arta statalis TL: 10 mm. Reddish brown forewings (very worn) with two tan/yellow lines crossing them. This moth was resting with its forelegs pushed up.<br />
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Habitat: Attracted to a 395 nm LED light in a semi-rural area.<br />
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Posturing Arta Moth - Arta statalis

TL: 10 mm. Reddish brown forewings (very worn) with two tan/yellow lines crossing them. This moth was resting with its forelegs pushed up.

Habitat: Attracted to a 395 nm LED light in a semi-rural area.

2020(d)

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''Arta statalis'', the posturing arta moth, is a species of snout moth in the genus ''Arta''. It is found in North America, including Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

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

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Uploaded Jul 25, 2020. Captured Jul 25, 2020 00:12 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/5.0
  • 1/83s
  • ISO500
  • 100mm