Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1421813

Silver-Spotted Tiger Moth
Lophocampa argentata

Observation date: April 16, 2026
Submitted by: karin_k
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I was sitting in my garden and noticed this caterpillar slowly lowering itself from the native honeysuckle vine on a trellis. It landed on the ground and scurried into the native garden area!
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: April 18, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Washington, Skagit County