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Likely a Sachem (Atalopedes campestris), on the sweet basil in our garden.

Species page at BAMONA, http://www.butterfliesandmoths.org/species/Atalopedes-campestris

1 year ago (“Celebrating!”): http://365project.org/rhoing/365/2014-08-13
2 years ago (“Pinwheel macro”): http://365project.org/rhoing/365/2013-08-13
3 years ago (“Rain!”): http://365project.org/rhoing/365/2012-08-13
4 years ago (“August abstract #5”): http://365project.org/rhoing/365/2011-08-13

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[Sarah Violet]

Great close-up!