Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1215390

Hickory Tussock Moth or Hickory Tiger Moth
Lophocampa caryae

Observation date: July 05, 2019
Submitted by: Evacnol
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: About 25 feet away from a giant leapord moth on the same bridge. It was humid, around 70°. Moth was sitting in the sun, but was definitely alive. Very common spot for moths, I’ve noticed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: July 09, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Oneida County