Common Gray moth with its wings spread resting on a hand

Common Gray

Adults Common Grays can be found across North America, though they do not venture into colder, arctic air. They are common in that they are ubiquitous, but also in that they look like many other moths in its family. Overall gray, the Common Gray has a fine pattern of black lines and white hues. Careful study of its thin black wavy lines and gradient shifts are needed to identify it. When the wings are flat, a long black line traverses both wings near the head. Shorter black lines are centered on each forewing as well as on each hindwing. Each antenna looks like a single black feather.

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