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American Dagger Moth - Hodges#9200 (Acronicta americana)
Photo#24707
Copyright © 2005
Scott Nelson
Acronicta americana -
Acronicta americana
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Lakeland, Polk County, Florida, USA
July 18, 2005
I almost didn't see this one. See the other photo of the camouflage. He seems to know what surface is safe!
Contributed by
Scott Nelson
on 19 July, 2005 - 10:10pm
Last updated 30 December, 2008 - 6:19pm
Moved
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J.D. Roberts
, 30 December, 2008 - 6:19pm
Acronicta americana (9200)
I agree with Bob.....that this moth is Acronicta americana (9200).
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richardgillmore
, 11 November, 2005 - 10:17pm
A. grisea is a Northern Species.........
.... which Covell credits as far south as Connecticut. I think this is a fairly typical American Dagger Moth, Acronicta americana, Hodges 9200.
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Bob Patterson
, 20 July, 2005 - 7:38am
ID Correction
Covell plate 17 #3 is the American Dagger Moth but shows a white row of cells in the FW about 2/3 from the body. This specimen does not have this feature. Your expertise is appreciated. When I spread this specimen, a better look will help in ID. Based on Covell's range for the grisea, FL is not a likely bet for its habitat. Thankss!
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Scott Nelson
, 20 July, 2005 - 12:38pm
