Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 978140

Hickory Tussock Moth or Hickory Tiger Moth
Lophocampa caryae

Observation date: June 09, 2014
Submitted by: ilsa_jule
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: gorgeous sunny afternoon. mid 70s F. this moth was on one of the shingles on the western face of the house. I was taken in by the "stained glass" appearance. the moth was undisturbed while I was photographing it.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 13, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Massachusetts, Worcester County

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