Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 989023

Virginian Tiger Moth or Yellow Woolybear Moth
Spilosoma virginica

Observation date: July 05, 2014
Submitted by: schmev24
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Spotted a small light green moth crawling fast along weeds and grasses. Warm afternoon temperatures. Aside from grasses and weeds, nearby flowers/bushes included Rose of Sharon, Bee Balm, hostas and Tiger lilies.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Lula Field
Verified date: September 24, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Massachusetts, Hampden County