Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1098944

American Dagger Moth
Acronicta americana

Observation date: August 27, 2016
Submitted by: Helen E.
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found inside the garage service door, outside there are various flowers and herbs, was it a butterflie then now a caterpillar to a cacoon for the winter ? There was a beautiful butterflie here for the last month or two.just wondering where to leave it, inside or out.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 27, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Illinois, McHenry County