Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 856490

Western Tent Caterpillar Moth
Malacosoma californicum

Observation date: May 16, 2013
Submitted by: Lederhosen
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: They were gathered in clusters on the branches of an oak tree. The catterpillars were formed into two large clusters on two separate branches. They don't look very hairy in the photos, but they had long tufts of hair. I apologize for the quality of the camera.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: May 16, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Washington, Klickitat County