Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 916996

Corn Earworm Moth
Helicoverpa zea

Observation date: August 17, 2013
Submitted by: ruthiedee
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The caterpillar was on a 4 foot tall strawflower (daisy family) in Bridgewater, MA. in a cultivated flower bed. Sunny day in the 70s. Caterpillar reacted to changes in motion and shadow, but barely moved. Looks like it might be ready to pupate?
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 19, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.