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vitrsna Colima, Mexico(Zone 11) Nov 04, 2014

I found this little one in the garden this morning...a newcomer (as far as i know). It is about 1.5 cm (about 1/2 ") long including the antennae.

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Flapdoodle Minot, ND Nov 04, 2014

Ailanthus webworm moth, Atteva aurea -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ailanthus_webworm

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vitrsna Colima, Mexico(Zone 11) Nov 04, 2014

Thank you Flap. I don't have anything related to the host plant, although there could be something close by. I suppose it is here for the nectar. Cute little guy. I'm glad i caught a glimpse of him and that he stayed around long enough for a photo shoot.

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