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  Sighting 1121661

Milkweed Tussock Moth or Milkweed Tiger Moth
Euchaetes egle

Observation date: June 21, 2017
Submitted by: ckmclements
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Several caterpillars noticed at the top of a skeletonized milkweed plant. Weather has been hot (upper 80s, low 90s), humid, and dry for several days. Nearest plants are a yucca, another milkweed, and a few lilies.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: June 21, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Randolph County, United States, Arkansas

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