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Diamondback moth - Plutella xylostella Habitat: Attracted to a 395 nm LED light in a semi-rural area<br />
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2023(22) Diamondback moth,Geotagged,Plutella,Plutella xylostella,Plutellidae,Summer,United States,moth Click/tap to enlarge

Diamondback moth - Plutella xylostella

Habitat: Attracted to a 395 nm LED light in a semi-rural area

2023(22)

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The diamondback moth is a moth species of the family Plutellidae and genus "Plutella". The small, grayish-brown moth sometimes has a cream-colored band that forms a diamond along its back. It's believed that the species may have originated in Europe, South Africa, or the Mediterranean region, but it has now spread worldwide.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Christine Young

Attribution Non-Commercial
Uploaded Jul 11, 2023. Captured Jun 22, 2023 23:03 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/256s
  • ISO800
  • 100mm