Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1123083

Milkweed Tussock Moth or Milkweed Tiger Moth
Euchaetes egle

Observation date: June 29, 2017
Submitted by: SCHAMP
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: First time I've seen these moths. About a month ago saw Monarch caterpillars. These today are stripping the milkweed plants top to bottom. Today was warm (~83) with intermittent rain. Found on the grounds of my green burial ground, The Good Earth, LLC.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: June 30, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Madison County, United States, Alabama

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