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Estigmene acrea
Copyright © 2007 Will Chatfield-Taylor

Estigmene acrea
Lawrence, University of Kansas, Douglas County, Kansas, USA
April 23, 2007
This sure looks like Estigmene acrea, and is one of the most beautiful moths I've ever seen. I didn't collect it because until I can spread a moth or butterfly well, it would be a shame to not do it justice. I got a great photo though (in my estimation).
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Contributed by Will Chatfield-Taylor on 23 April, 2007 - 10:54pm
Last updated 24 April, 2007 - 3:55pm

I Agree
Yes, it's a very striking photograph!
… Kenneth Dwain Harrelson, 23 April, 2007 - 11:49pm login or register to post comments

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