Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1064104

American Dagger Moth
Acronicta americana

Observation date: September 06, 2015
Submitted by: Ilovenature
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Curls up in a ball as defense mechanism? Black head parts.
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: May 22, 2016
Coordinator notes: Correctly identified by the submitter. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Adams County