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Charles Nicol
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Egyptian Moth

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My brother found this pretty moth in Cairo this week:
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can you suggest what type it is ?

Shukran in advance

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Looks like a Silver Y (Autographa Gramma) ,Charles .......if not something very closely related . Allan.W.
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Charles Nicol
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Allan.W. wrote: Tue Apr 09, 2024 6:23 am Looks like a Silver Y (Autographa Gramma) ,Charles .......if not something very closely related . Allan.W.
thank you so much Allan ! i shall let my brother know right away.

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I certainly couldn't tell if it was a mummy or a Giza though Charles.
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Chris L
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Re: Egyptian Moth

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Pyramid Moth :lol:
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