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One Huge Moth!

Photography Insects posted on Jun 14, 2014
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Jo and I were doing some cleaning, organizing, and junk-getting-rid-of earlier today. As Jo was moving an old clothes drying pole, she discovered this beauty just hanging out on the pole. I dropped everything, and got the camera! This is a HUGE moth - I didn't actually measure, but I'd estimate at least 5 inches across wingtips. I think she's brand-new, just out of the pupal stage, in that vulnerable stage where she was gaining strength, which would explain why she was so docile. I couldn't find any traces of a cocoon, but her wings are absolutely perfect - no tears, holes, or other imperfections. Same with her body - not a mark on her, and every hair perfect. What a beauty! Shortly after I took these photos, the wings trembled a bit, and off she flew! Thanks for dropping by, and all your wonderful comments and support! Update: She appears to be a form of Giant Silk Moth. More information can be found HERE.

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MagikUnicorn

10:23PM | Sat, 21 June 2014

Beauty

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Nonsolum

7:05PM | Sun, 22 June 2014

Nice shot and amazing Moth antenna...

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FaeMoon

7:44PM | Tue, 24 June 2014

How absolutely lovely and perfect! I always admire how velvety the wings are on these creatures.

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Rhanagaz

3:01PM | Tue, 01 July 2014

Wonderful capture of this beauty!! Perfect!! :o)

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