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Polka Dot Wasp

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NotDeadYetBeach Fanatic
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Saw one of these Species Detail | Butterflies and Moths of North America in my yard today, first time I've seen one. I'd post the picture but I failed picture posting 101.
They fly like a helicopter, interesting to see.

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barefootguyBeach Fanatic
#2
They hang around oleaners since the caterpillars feed on the oleander. My neighbor planted oleanders and now our house gets covered with the caterpillars and their brown hairy-looking cocoons.
kkddbbBanned
#3
keep the pets aware from oleanders.... in case any of you werent aware of the risk
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DiaBeach Fanatic
#4
caterpillar:

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Danny BurnsBeach Fanatic
#5
Remember - Wasp MOTH - NOT wasp. No stinger. Bug eater. Friend to man and woman.
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WavewatcherBeach Lover
#6
Here ya go...

Hey NotDeadYet,

I love this wasp moth also and was very excited to see them; they do fly like helicopters. My upload skills aren't the best either but here is a photo I took on 9/11, they are also patriotic.
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Miss KittyMeow
#7
Cool info...I saw one of those the other day and was impressed with it's beauty! I was afraid it would sting me, however. :lol:
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DDSoWal Expert
#8
I can see this becoming a costume at some point. 😀
Cool MOTH!!
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NotDeadYetBeach FanaticAuthor
#9
Hey NotDeadYet,

I love this wasp moth also and was very excited to see them; they do fly like helicopters. My upload skills aren't the best either but here is a photo I took on 9/11, they are also patriotic.
Great picture, thanks for sharing!
I was thinking about going for my camera, but I figured it would be gone by the time I got back.

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