Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1250940

Pink-striped oakworm moth
Anisota virginiensis

Observation date: May 28, 2020
Submitted by: scoutsagirl
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather was warm (75-80F) but overcast. It had rained a bit earlier in the day. This moth was mating that was sitting on the opposite side of the leaf but not visible in this picture. This shrub is a mandevilla vine. This was observed in North Little Rock, Arkansas, USA.
Status: Resident
Verified by: owlbyr
Verified date: September 15, 2022
Coordinator notes: Male; notice slightly transparent wings and triangular patch near white AM spot
Checklist region(s): United States, Arkansas, Pulaski County