Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 996254

Virginian Tiger Moth or Yellow Woolybear Moth
Spilosoma virginica

Observation date: August 02, 2014
Submitted by: trialsz63
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was munching on a Canna leaf in my yard when I found it. It was early morning, foggy and warm out at the time. The caterpillar was quite actively feeding and crawling around.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: August 11, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oklahoma, Oklahoma County