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Eacles imperialis (Imperial Moth, male)
This male Imperial Moth specimen shows the males' dark pinkish marking against the yellow color of the wings. Wingspan in this species is from 3 to 6.75 inches.
Adults produce one brood per season in northern areas. Larvae feed on host plants that include basswood, birch, cedar, elm, maple, and oak trees.
Collection of the Illinois State Museum
Photographed by Dr. Everett Cashatt
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