Badwing Moth (Dyspteris abortivaria)

Native to eastern North America. Its caterpillar host plants are various grape species. The moth has a wingspan of about an inch. Tiny. The moth is active from mid-April until August.

Here it seems May is a good time to find one. I have several images of Badwings in various years, in May. This particular picture was taken two days ago. Very small and lovely to see in its enchanting color.

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