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ArthurDent

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Attacus Moth
« on: August 19, 2017, 10:28:01 »
I got this shot at the Butterfly Experience at the University of Florida, which, if you ever are near Gainesville, FL, is worth seeing if you like butterflies and moths.
Comments and criticism always appreciated.
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DNSJR

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Re: Big Moth
« Reply #1 on: August 19, 2017, 11:02:15 »
WOW, that's some kind of butterfly; beautiful, wonderful colors, great shot
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ArthurDent

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Re: Attacus Moth
« Reply #2 on: August 19, 2017, 11:48:19 »
Thanks DNSJR. I think the genus is Attacus, not sure of the species. I was told by a docent that it is one of the largest moths in the world.
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Akira

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Re: Attacus Moth
« Reply #3 on: August 19, 2017, 12:45:06 »
Looks like attacked to me...
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Re: Attacus Moth
« Reply #4 on: August 19, 2017, 14:05:58 »
Quote from: Akira on August 19, 2017, 12:45:06
Looks like attacked to me...

It is a little worse for wear considering it is in a screened enclosure with no natural enemies.
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