Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1372550

Harnessed Moth
Apantesis phalerata

Observation date: October 03, 2023
Submitted by: setsuki
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The caterpillar was found in my garage after a heavy rain. It was then kept in a jar with Romane leaves for about three days before it went into a cocoon. It emerged after about a week it emerged on October 3rd and was released back outside. It promptly returned to my garage.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: October 07, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Montgomery County