Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1068039

Banded Tussock Moth or Pale Tiger Moth
Halysidota tessellaris

Observation date: October 02, 2015
Submitted by: Nymphalis
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I found this guy on the porch, but the house in an area of dense woods/foliage. Typical Georgia flora, although an abundance of Mountain Laurel may be notable. Sighted after a week-long period of rain. Slow-moving but didn't seem sluggish, he just ambled about on this container for a while then eventually scuttled back in to the forest.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Mikelchap
Verified date: December 23, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Georgia, Habersham County