Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1103164

Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth
Lophocampa maculata

Observation date: September 19, 2016
Submitted by: travelingwithou...
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: warm morning, on covered patio in shaded area, though still in same location now in sun, has not moved since seen adjacent to large wildflower field and creek
Status: Resident
Verified by: mikefisher
Verified date: October 02, 2016
Coordinator notes: Correctly identified by the observer, one of the easier moth caterpillars to identify as they are so distinctive. Mike
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, El Paso County