Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1091567

Ochre Dagger Moth
Acronicta morula

Observation date: July 18, 2016
Submitted by: NorthPotter
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Notes the brown scales on top of the thorax. This is NOT a worn area but rather brown scales. I dont see this on any other dagger adults. I alos dont see moths similar to the dagger with these brown markings on the thorax. Ideas?
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: February 04, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Pennsylvania, Potter County