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BF062 Rustic Sphinx Moth Wherigo Cache

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Hidden : 6/9/2018
Difficulty:
3 out of 5
Terrain:
3 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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The cache is not at the posted coordinates.  This Wherigo cache is part of the Florida Finders Fest 2018 Butterfly geo-art.  See below, to determine where the cache is.

The Rustic Sphinx Moth is a big and beautiful specimen that prefers southern latitudes and sea-level altitudes.

This striking, mammoth-sized moth is a member of the Sphinx family. The rich black and white speckled coloration of the Rustic Sphinx Moth is contained by sharp, short white 'dashes' on the edges of its hind wings. Hairy legs add to its charm. The mottled coloration, if looked at closely, reveals a zigzag pattern crossing the body from left to right. A small white dot is centered on each forewing.

This moth is well adapted to various types of warm climates. It can be found in arid, temperate and even tropical areas. It is most active at the end of summer and into fall. Bougainvillea, petunias and other aromatic flowers make fine places to observe them.

The caterpillar of this moth is a bright green color. It is smooth, lacking bristles. It has 7 distinctive black and yellow stripes on each side, almost like slashes. Its gray face adds the only other color. The caterpillar will eat the leaves of a variety of plants, adding to the adaptive nature of the insect.

Play this “Play Anywhere” Wherigo cartridge to get the final coordinates.

***Wherigo Link***

Note: The rather curious hints found in this series refer to the Wherigo questions, not the actual hides.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Whfg fnl ab!

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)