Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 903108

Large Tolype Moth
Tolype velleda

Observation date: June 12, 2013
Submitted by: Melissa Carr
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: •It was on top of the soil in the garden bed surrounding a tree. • I don't know what kind of tree it is, but I included a picture of it's leaves to help you identify it if possible. • The tree is very large & shades the entire garden •The weather is sunny/partly cloudy. •The evening before I sprayed a weed/grass killer in that particular garden. I hope it doesn't kill the poor creature.
Status: Resident
Verified by: kmortensen
Verified date: December 27, 2013
Coordinator notes: Ash tree.
Checklist region(s): United States, Texas, Galveston County