Posturing Arta Moth
The Posturing Arta Moth (Arta statalis) is a small snout moth known for its unusual resting posture, where the abdomen is raised upward at an angle. Taxonomy and…
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Porcelain Gray
The Porcelain Gray (Protoboarmia porcelaria) is a geometer moth recognized for its pale gray wings and delicate patterning. Taxonomy and Classification Order: Lepidoptera Family: Geometridae Genus: Protoboarmia Species:…
Poplar Borer Beetle
The Poplar Borer Beetle (Saperda calcarata) is a longhorn beetle whose larvae bore into poplar and aspen trees. Taxonomy and Classification Order: Coleoptera Family: Cerambycidae Genus: Saperda Species:…
Pondweed Moth
The Pondweed Moth (Elophila obliteralis) is an aquatic moth species whose larvae feed on aquatic plants such as pondweed. The “Aquatic Caterpillar”: Pondweed Moth The Pondweed Moth (primarily…
Pondside Pyralid Moth
The Pondside Pyralid Moth is a small moth commonly found near aquatic habitats such as ponds and wetlands. Members of this group often have larvae that feed on…
Ponderous Borer Beetle
The Ponderous Borer Beetle (Ergates spiculatus) is a large longhorn beetle that develops inside decaying conifer wood. It is among the largest beetles found in western North America.…
Polyphemus Moth
The Polyphemus Moth (Antheraea polyphemus) is one of the largest moths in North America. It is known for the large eye-like spots on its hindwings that resemble the…
Polka Dot Wasp Moth
The Polka Dot Wasp Moth (Syntomeida epilais) is a day-flying moth that resembles a wasp. Its black wings covered with white spots give it the distinctive “polka dot”…
Police Car Moth
The Police Car Moth (Gnophaela vermiculata) is a brightly colored tiger moth recognized by its bold black and white patterns that resemble the markings of a police vehicle.…
Plumose Gray Moth
The Plumose Gray Moth (Euchlaena irraria) is a geometer moth known for its soft gray coloration and delicate wing patterns. Taxonomy and Classification Order: Lepidoptera Family: Geometridae Genus:…