Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1215878

Salt Marsh Moth or Acrea Moth
Estigmene acrea

Observation date: July 10, 2019
Submitted by: Orchislactea
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Feeding on butterfly weed. No other caterpillars nearby. Went towards ground at sunset.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: February 27, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Macomb County

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