Socotra Crotalaria Moth (Utetheisa lotrix ssp. socotrensis)

Socotra Crotalaria Moth (Utetheisa lotrix ssp. socotrensis)

At around 800 meter elevation and up the Euryops arabicus were in bloom and thus a lot of insects gathered to eat from…


Pantanal lepidoptera 02

Pantanal lepidoptera 02

One of just a few nocturnal lepidopteras I encountered at SouthWild Pantanal. I wonder how many species you can see…


Pantanal lepidoptera 01

Pantanal lepidoptera 01

One of just a few nocturnal lepidopteras I encountered at SouthWild Pantanal. I wonder how many species you can see…


Diaphania sp.

Diaphania sp.

One of the last nocturnals before diurnal life set in - I was on my way to breakfast, and it was on its way to a safe…


Iguaçu Moth 01

Iguaçu Moth 01

I didn't have time exploring the nightlife during my stay inside the park, but this is one of a few I found resting…


Leopard Moth (Pantherodes pardalis)

Leopard Moth (Pantherodes pardalis)

Leopard Moth (Pantherodes pardalis) is a striking moth that definitely does not blend with the surroundings. It rests…


Yasuni Lepidoptera 15

Yasuni Lepidoptera 15

Several species of lepidoptera have developed a striking resemblance to dead leaves, which of course is without any…


Napo Wildlife Center Lepidoptera 11

Swallowtail Moth (Urania leilus)

Swallowtail Moth (Urania leilus) is an incredible butterfly that is actually a day flying (diurnal) moth! Not only a…


San Isidro Lepidoptera 10

San Isidro Lepidoptera 10

Altitude 2105 metres. Please help me classify it - leave a comment :-) -0.589722,-77.880556


San Isidro Lepidoptera 08

San Isidro Lepidoptera 09

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San Isidro Lepidoptera 07

San Isidro Lepidoptera 08

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San Isidro Lepidoptera 04

San Isidro Lepidoptera 05

The "Smileymoth"? Please help me classify it - leave a comment :-) -0.589722,-77.880556