Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 856309

Eight-spotted Forester
Alypia octomaculata

Observation date: May 09, 2013
Submitted by: John Many Wings
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather: 74 F, Cloudy, Light Wind. Observed this one on honey suckle bush that butterflies frequent. He stopped in front of me for about 2 minutes and then took off for other parts. Did not see him/her doing any flying.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 14, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Frederick County