Venezuelan Poodle Moth
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Venezuelan poodle moth
Explore the intriguing world of the Venezuelan Poodle Moth and learn about its unique characteristics. Discover why this adorable moth has captured the attention of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike.
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Patricia Van Zyl
While some people hate and even fear moths I find them rather amazing and would like to try and change peoples views on these unusual creatures.
Katherine Seibel
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Antonia Korcheva
venezuelan poodle moth
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A fuzzy animal that's equal parts adorable and terrifying has taken the Internet by storm. It's called the Venezuelan Poodle Moth and for the love of all that is holy we hope that it's real.
Russell Ruffin
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CORBEL Léa
Brace yourself for the Venezuelan Poodle Moth, a fluffy one-inch insect that looks like a cross between a poodle and an alien. The tiny hard chitin scales that create the moth’s fluff help disguise it from bats while also keeping it warm. Zoologist Dr. Arthur Anker captured the new species in the Gran Sabana region of Venezuela’s Canaima National Park in 2009. > CLICK TO LEARN MORE
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