This species has quite a bit of variation. □ The large maple spanworm moth has a wingspan of about 2 inches (5 cm). Large Maple Spanworm Moth, Prochoerodes lineola, subfamily Ennominae, family Geometridae. Location: Ivybridge, South Hams, South Devon, England, UK. In the Scalloped Oak moth, however, the area between the two thin stripes is a considerably darker color. □ This looks similar to the feathered thorn moth ( Colotois pennaria), which also has two thin stripes across each wing and a small dots between them. Scalloped Oak moth, Crocallis elinguaria, subfamily Ennominae, family Geometridae. Photographed and identified by: Bryan Wenham-Baker. This species often appears more gray than the brown seen here. □ The “clouded” part of the clouded silver is the dark smudge at the rear of the forewings. Length about 18 mm, wingspread about 24 mm.”Ĭlouded Silver moth, Lomographa temerata, subfamily Ennominae, family Geometridae. Thomas says, “Sitting on the edge of a sliding door. Geometrid moth in the genus Pero, possibly Pero mizon, subfamily Ennominae, family Geometridae. I uncovered 7 of them while removing grass and weeds from a small pile of dirt that was my last compost heap.” Thomas says, “Approximately 7/8 inches long. See Thomas’ full-size image of the adult moth here, and of the pupa here.ĭate: 19 April, 2017 (pupa) and 19 May, 2017 (adult). Identified by: Julian Donahue, entomologist (ret.), Natural History Museum of Los Angeles. □ The adult geometrid moth (shown) emerged from this pupa.
Geometrid moth, pupa and adult, in the genus Pero, subfamily Ennominae, family Geometridae. Location: San Bruno, county of San Mateo, California, USA. lightened Thomas’ amazing nighttime photo to show detail, but you can see his original full-size images here and here. □ These photos show a mating pair of geometrid moths with the wings folded and spread. Geometrid moths, mating pair, in the genus Pero, subfamily Ennominae, family Geometridae. Thanks!Īdult Moths of Order Lepidoptera - Examplesįor moth/butterfly caterpillars and pupae, click here.įamilies represented - (current page): It’s always possible that we made a mistake, however, so if you see a misidentification, please contact us and we will correct it. Not only are moths much prettier then you may think but they are FANTASTIC pollinators.*** Note: does its best to include correct identifications of insect photos. Some, especially certain species of hawk moths, can be very colorful.
And unlike what you think, moths aren't boring, nor are all drab colored. But what I can tell you now is HAWK MOTH! Its not a hawk. What's a butterfly and what's a moth? What's the difference? You'll have to listen and find out. Scientist have been able to use their venom to create medicine! And just because the Death Adder is a venomous snake it doesn't mean they don't positively affect us humans. They're in their own family.they just look like those other snakes. Nor an adder (you know like the puff adder of Africa). Looking similar to the United States viper, this native Australian is NOT a viper. Mostly found in coastal regions of Australia this passive hunter isn't chasing you nor its prey down. But don't worry as long as you respect this snake, and give it the space it deserves, and not touch it you'll be fine. One of Australia's most deadly snake, thanks to their neurotoxic venom.
Time to go down under! Australia! Thanks to a fan request we are taking this episode's journey to the Australia outback! Death Adder and Hawk Moth.
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