Teá Montagna

Teá Montagna

Feb 22, 2021

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4 Days Left - But 158% Funded!

In 4 days my fundraiser ends! I wanted to thank everyone who donated to my project, and made it possible for me to not only fund my goal ($3500), my stretch goal ($4500), but exceed both, funding my project 158% for a total of $5543!!!

This means, that I'll be able to start really working on this project very soon, and sending specimens out for DNA analysis. Additionally, it allows me to purchase 2 new LepiLED light traps, that will dramatically increase my effectiveness during the field season.

I have begun some preliminary work on this project. I have 6 specimens out right now for DNA analysis, to determine which route I go down next. There is some REALLY fascinating preliminary data that I cannot wait to share with you all, but it will have to wait a little bit.

As a thank you, here are two pictures of Sphingidae from my field work! You can always learn more about these organisms by visiting my website: www.sphingidae.us

Eumorpha labruscae

Darapsa versicolor


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  • Linda
    LindaBacker
    Very exciting!
    Feb 22, 2021

About This Project

This project is aimed at understanding the morphological differences between two species of Sphingidae (Hawkmoths). Both species of Apple Sphinx, Sphinx gordius and Sphinx poecila, are found in the Northeastern USA. Due to similarities in appearance, they are hard to separate in the field. This project aims to develop field marks for both adults and larvae, and use those marks to assess the populations found within Massachusetts and evaluate their conservation need.

Blast off!

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