Royal Walnut Moth...

My husband, who has no fear of snakes or spiders, for some reason has an aversion to moths.  This one, however, he thought was interesting enough that he told me of its location....

The Royal Walnut Moth or Regal Moth is the largest moth (mass-not wingspan) north of Mexico.  The larva's host plants include Black Walnut trees and even though I have an abundant supply of Walnut trees, this is the first time I have ever seen this moth at our property.  Thanks Jeff!

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