Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1098946

Milkweed Tussock Moth or Milkweed Tiger Moth
Euchaetes egle

Observation date: August 20, 2016
Submitted by: Warrior1
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Host plant is milkweed, orange, To many larva to count. Near my house. Planted milkweed for many years. This is the first year I have ever seen this type of larva on my plants.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Phillip E. Koenig
Verified date: September 15, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Missouri, Lincoln County