Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1071365

Hickory Tussock Moth or Hickory Tiger Moth
Lophocampa caryae

Observation date: October 10, 2015
Submitted by: ortonm
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather sunny, but chilly breeze. Caterpillar not moving or feeding, but did move slightly when branch touched. Bush had woody braches and very small yellow flowers.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: November 21, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.