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Little spotted rufous moth.

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Date

[ca. 1818]

Artist

John Abbot (1751-c.1840)

Collective Title

Abbot, John 1751-1840 :Original drawings of insects by J Abbot. [1816?]

Collection

Alexander Turnbull Library

Image Link

https://natlib.govt.nz/records/23239991

Description

Two moths in flight, shown with pupa and caterpillar. According to artist's notes `Taken on the Argimone mexicana. Feeds also on Myrtle. Spun up in the leaves 21st April, bred 7th May. Is not common'.

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Alexander Turnbull Library

Location

Georgia, USA

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Moths

Category

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