Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1129633

Milkweed Tussock Moth or Milkweed Tiger Moth
Euchaetes egle

Observation date: July 27, 2017
Submitted by: Margiep60
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was on the sidewalk near the center of town. After a rainy day it was sunny and warm at the time I saw it. I was surprised that it moved fast. Only grass on either side of the sidewalk. Fingerlakes region of NYS.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: July 27, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Seneca County, United States, New York

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