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Unknown moth that takes nectar - Lineodes integra

Unknown moth that takes nectar - Lineodes integra
Center twp, Jefferson County, Iowa, USA
August 29, 2012
Size: about 1/2"
Found this unusual moth feeding on nectar from lantana during late day. It originally held its abdomen in the air but put it down while it was feeding. Was quite visibly moving its head up and down as it stuck its proboscis in and out of the flower tubes.
Think it may be in the genus Lineodes?
Thanks for any ID help!

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