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oak besma - Besma quercivoraria
Copyright © 2010 Siobhan Basile

oak besma - Besma quercivoraria
Epping, Rockingham County, New Hampshire, USA
May 7, 2010
Size: Wingspan is 3 cm.
Could someone please let me know if this is an oak besma(Besma quercivoraria) moth?

I am fairly sure it is, but my specimen appears to be lacking the obvious black discal spot on the forewings.

This moth was attracted to the backdoor light. The lot is wooded, mixed deciduous/coniferous with a river nearby.

Thanks for your help.
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Contributed by Siobhan Basile on 25 November, 2010 - 3:20am
Last updated 26 November, 2010 - 8:49pm

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yes, very nice!
… Maury J. Heiman, 26 November, 2010 - 11:12am login or register to post comments

 
Thank you Maury
Thanks Maury for the confirmation and the move.
… Siobhan Basile, 26 November, 2010 - 8:48pm login or register to post comments

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