Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 990130

Virginian Tiger Moth or Yellow Woolybear Moth
Spilosoma virginica

Observation date: July 20, 2014
Submitted by: Marge VanTassel
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I was surprised to find this tiny moth in my kitchen but a few odd moths have made their way into our "breezeway" or house. I placed it outside on an inner branch on a leaf so it may find its way to a willow tree or other more natural place. It changed its posture so I felt it is quite comfortable.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: July 20, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.