Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 714273

Hickory Tussock Moth or Hickory Tiger Moth
Lophocampa caryae

Observation date: May 24, 2012
Submitted by: oily
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: markings nearly identical just less intense on some
Status: Resident
Verified by: H.D. McGuinness
Verified date: June 24, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Clinton County

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