Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 535352

Nais Tiger Moth
Apantesis nais

Observation date: May 29, 2011
Submitted by: camofwerms
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This moth was found during the day (mostly sunny, muggy, 85 degrees) outside my apt building near the doorway. It was alive, but acting very sluggish. After a few minutes of gentle handling, I went to release it into some nearby brush, and it seemed to get a sudden burst of energy.
Status: Resident
Verified by: H.D. McGuinness
Verified date: June 02, 2011
Coordinator notes: female
Checklist region(s): Hartford County, Connecticut, United States