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Vampire Moth - Calyptra Spp. - Animal India

A Calyptra spp. moth, commonly known as a ''vampire moth,'' rests on a wall at night in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on May 31, 2025. Known for its barbed proboscis, the species is capable of piercing fruit skins and, in rare cases, feeding on the blood of mammals. These medium-sized moths, with a wingspan of 35-72 mm, resemble dried leaves for camouflage. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#12428201
Date Taken	31 May 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2025 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto

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