Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1075316

Evergreen Bagworm Moth
Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis

Observation date: February 07, 2016
Submitted by: cosmic_cat
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found attached to the branch of a deciduous shrub/small tree
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: February 11, 2016
Coordinator notes: From descriptions, photos, and info on MPG and bugguide.net. transverse placement of the twigs typically indicates Oiketicus abbotii, and longitudinal placement typically indicates Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis. This sighting shows the latter. SAT
Checklist region(s): United States, Smith County, Texas