October 24, 2023

I am known as a Polyphemus Moth

I'm named after a Cyclops from Greek Mythology

Scientists say I have quadripectinate antennae

Which means "fancy deely-boppers" in Dee-speak.

Location: Outside my bathroom window, Fellsmere

Sources: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/MISC/MOTHS/polyphemus_moth.htm

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