what kind of Moth

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  1. wadda

    wadda New Seed

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    hello
    can someone tell me what kind of moth this is
    i saw is in the guyanas in south america
    thank you :)
    its wingspan was about 15 cm across

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  3. toni

    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    A Giant Silkmoth, Lebeau's Rothschildia I believe
     
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    Sherry8 I Love Birds!

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    Very pretty moth...
     
  5. waretrop

    waretrop Strong Ash Plants Contributor

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    I like that one.

    wadda, welcome......
     



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  6. Tooty2shoes

    Tooty2shoes Hardy Maple

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    Wow that is a beauty. Thank you for sharing it with us. I to send a welcome to the Stew. :stew1:
     
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    Cayuga Morning Strong Ash Plants Contributor

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    Welcome to the Stew Wadda. Beatiful moth too.
     

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