Monday, March 18, 2024

March 18, 2024

I am an Ornate Bella Moth
I'm seen more commonly than most moths
That is because I'm diurnal
If you come too close to me, I'll fly off.

Location: UF DeLuca Preserve 2024 Bioblitz

Sources: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/Creatures/beneficial/leps/bella_moth.htm

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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