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Nice looking Moth - Melanchroia chephise
Copyright © 2009 Timothy Mader

Nice looking Moth - Melanchroia chephise
Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida, USA
March 15, 2009
Size: about 1 inch
Took photo of this insect last Sunday on 3-15-09 on our lemon-lime tree. Not sure if it is a moth or butterfly so an I.D. would be appreciated.
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Contributed by Timothy Mader on 19 March, 2009 - 11:59am
Last updated 14 April, 2009 - 5:29pm

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Moved from Moths.
… J.D. Roberts, 14 April, 2009 - 5:29pm login or register to post comments

Nice looking moth indeed
I'm not an expert, but it looks like Melanchroia chephise, the White-tipped Black, in the guide here.
… Chris Mallory, 19 March, 2009 - 12:22pm login or register to post comments

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