Idaho Moth Named After Halloween Symbol Feasts On Fruit
Most people think of moths as annoying, dumb insects that fly toward bright lights and flames and are difficult to remove from the bathroom.
One species of moth might bring you good luck this year and is known to thrive in areas where tree sap and fruit are abundant. It's also named after a popular Halloween costume.
Halloween is just a few weeks away. One stunningly marked insect that you might find around your property has a very cool name that is associated with October's celebration of all things dark and spooky.
The 'Black Witch Moth' Is A Frequent Visitor To Southern Idaho
I still can't figure out how moths get trapped in ceiling light fixtures, but that's a whole other topic for another time. My experiences with moths are generally unpleasant. I get called into the bathroom a lot by my wife and son because there's bright lighting there, and these winged bugs get in quite often.
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The Ascalapha odorata, or the 'Black Witch Moth', is common in southern Idaho, and depending on what source you read about them, they can bring either good or bad luck to a person. These creatures have big appetites, according to A to Z Animals.
These insects are also quite pretty if you can get them to stop flapping their wings for a moment. They are often found in northern and southern Idaho and tend to be on the larger size than most other species.
So remember, don't smash that moth when it flaps past you while you're relaxing in your backyard in the coming weeks. It could be the Black Witch Moth just passing by to wish you a happy Halloween.
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