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02-AUG-2017 Christine Hanrahan

Small bird dropping moth (Ponometia erastrioides), #9095

Reveler Conservation Area

This small moth easily resembles a bit of bird scat or bird droppings, when on a leaf or twig. It is mimicking that to avoid being eaten.

Panasonic DMC-FZ2000
1/60s f/4.0 at 29.3mm iso125 hide exif
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Date/Time02-Aug-2017 00:22:55
MakePanasonic
ModelDMC-FZ2500
Flash UsedNo
Focal Length29.3 mm
Exposure Time1/59 sec
Aperturef/4
ISO Equivalent125
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bill friedlander05-Aug-2017 17:58
An appropriate name, might discourage photographers too. V
Helen Betts05-Aug-2017 16:56
Such an interesting name for this striking moth. Super closeup, too. V.
Juliette05-Aug-2017 14:20
beautiful macro V
Jeff Real05-Aug-2017 13:32
Super fascinating details and a great name
~V~
Pierre Martin05-Aug-2017 13:06
not often seen here, beautiful picture with details!
Jim Coffman05-Aug-2017 12:44
I can understand its name.. Nice image..
Carl Carbone05-Aug-2017 12:15
Not sure if I've seen this one. Nice find.
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