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Eacles imperialis (Imperial Moth, female)

This female specimen of the Imperial Moth is light yellow with faint pink bands and spots on its wings. This large moth lives in forested areas and lays eggs in host trees such as birch, elm, maple, oak, and pine.

Collection of the Illinois State Museum
Photographed by Dr. Everett Cashatt
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<b>Eacles imperialis  (Imperial Moth, female)</b>

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