Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1109439

Salt Marsh Moth or Acrea Moth
Estigmene acrea

Observation date: September 24, 2016
Date notes: The date is when the moth hatched from its cocoon.
Submitted by: Sunconure11
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The caterpillar was incredibly fast and erratic, and pupated very quickly. It was found munching on some zinnias. This happened in the summer.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: December 13, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Seminole County