Observed: Under our porch light numerous time over the summer.
Range: Quebec to northern Florida, west to Arizona, north to Manitoba.
Larva host plant: Common Moonseed vine and related species.
Remarks: Wings folded as in the photo on the left is the Moonseed Moth's more common resting position.Sources and links:
BugGuide Species Page
Moth Photographers Group
Moths of Maryland
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What an unusual name Marvin and such a beauty too. I found one last weekend that had the lvoveliest dots on it and will post it next week. I am SO far behind on my scheduling. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat great photos of this moth. You have captured the subtle colors. I can see a twinge of lilac amongst the varying browns and golds.
ReplyDeleteIt's a gorgeous moth. The design and colors combination are unique. Particularly love the purple touch in the wings.
ReplyDeletevery beautiful! it´s so bright!.. very good job!
ReplyDeleteIts name is as exotic as its color patterns.
ReplyDeleteThe geometric designs in nature never cease to amaze me. Such a beautiful moth!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful moth. Those kaleidoscope of colors is wonderful, the purple is especially pretty.
ReplyDeleteThis moth looks like it's embroidered silk! Wow, nature is beautiful
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shot, but I am not a fan of bugs!
ReplyDeleteHappy SWF!!