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States, and is said to be found northward as far as Massachu- 

 setts. It is closely allied to P. vitis, but is mucli darker. 



20. Ampelophaga chariliis. 



This is a rather common species, and is found in open woods. 

 It may be known readily by its rusty brown color. Found from 

 Canada to Georgia, and westward to Iowa. Double-brooded; 

 on the wing from June to August. The caterpillar feeds on 

 different kinds of Vibuiiiuui, sour-gum and azalea. It spins a 

 rude cocoon amongst leaves on the surface of the ground. 





21. AinpclopJiaga iiiyron. 



Rather common in gardens about grapevines. It is double- 

 brooded, the first brood appearing in June and July and the 

 second in August. Found from Canada to Florida, and west- 

 ward to Missouri and Iowa. The caterpillar feeds on grape. 

 Spins a loose cocoon among leaves on the ground. 



