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Scopula species?
Copyright © 2018 Dave Trochlell

Scopula species?
La Grande, Union County, Oregon, USA
June 26, 2017
This unusually-marked wave moth - which I assumed was a Scopula genus geometrid - was like no other Scopula I've ever seen. Perhaps someone will have some insights on its identity. It was attracted to lights.
Contributed by Dave Trochlell on 8 March, 2018 - 4:09pm
Last updated 23 March, 2018 - 6:51pm

Very strange indeed. I don't recognize it!
Moved from ID Request.
… Kyhl Austin, 23 March, 2018 - 6:51pm

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