Gorgeous George

This Gorgeous George is actually a rosy maple moth – Dryocampa rubicunda. The original Gorgeous George was an American professional wrestler in the 1940s-50s known for a flamboyant style, including blonde wavy hair and a penchant for elegant robes. See the comparison?

Rosy Maple Moth 1
Rosy Maple Moth 2
Rosy Maple Moth 3

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