Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 855674

Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth
Lophocampa maculata

Observation date: May 03, 2013
Submitted by: ilana071
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I don't know what this guy is. I know the picture isn't that great, but the little guy is yellow with grey and black hair on the end with his head. He has black spots of hair all down his 'spine'. These spots are like tufts of hair... When he is curled up the sort of stick out. On his sides under the hair he has what look like white stripes. His under belly as well as part of his head is a reddish brown color. I found him in the middle of a trail road. It's beginning of spring. Please help me to identify my little friend.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 18, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Ontario