Leucanella
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Photo taken by harsuame in Santander, Colombia
Description:
Leucanella is a genus of moths in the Saturniidae family. Its hind wings bear a pattern of two bright “eyes” resembling the eyes of an owl. The trompe l’oeil of owl-eyes serves a defensive purpose by confusing potential predators.
Habitat:
The Owl Moth is found usually in pine trees, at a height of 1.12 miles above sea level and moderate temps of about 62° F.
H/t Project Noah
~Eowyn
